The year 2025 has been marked by a fascinating phenomenon in the financial world: the simultaneous rise of both precious metals and cryptocurrencies. This dual bull market has captured the attention of investors worldwide, as both asset classes have been…
Gold has not crossed $10 trillion in global market value, but it has reached a significant milestone with its total global reserves valued at approximately $4.64 trillion as of October 2025. This figure represents a substantial increase of about 53…
Silver has indeed emerged as one of the best inflation hedges in 2025, outperforming gold and many other assets with a remarkable price surge driven by a combination of safe-haven demand, industrial growth, and supply constraints. Its year-to-date gains have…
Platinum has experienced a significant surge in price recently, reaching a 12-year high of over $1,600 per ounce. This increase is largely attributed to mining disruptions in South Africa, which is the world’s largest producer of platinum. The country’s platinum…
Gold did not outright replace the US dollar in international trade deals, but its role and relationship with the dollar have evolved significantly over time, especially in the context of the international monetary system. Historically, gold has been a fundamental…
The concept of a short squeeze in the silver market has been a topic of significant interest and speculation among investors and analysts. A short squeeze occurs when a heavily shorted asset experiences a rapid price increase, forcing short sellers…
Central banks have always played a crucial role in the global financial system, holding reserves to back their currencies and provide stability. For decades, these reserves were dominated by foreign currencies, especially the US dollar, and government bonds like US…
Platinum has indeed become more valuable than gold again in 2025, marking a notable shift in the precious metals market. This resurgence is driven by a combination of strong demand, supply constraints, and investor behavior that has pushed platinum prices…
Silver’s price history is marked by dramatic spikes and crashes, with the most famous crisis-level event occurring in 1980 when silver prices soared to nearly $50 an ounce. This surge was largely driven by the Hunt brothers’ attempt to corner…
Gold recently reached a historic record high, surpassing $4,000 per ounce for the first time in October 2025. After touching this peak, gold experienced a slight decline but did not crash in any dramatic sense. Instead, the price eased modestly…
