President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to the European Union: increase purchases of American oil and gas or face tariffs. Trump’s demand aims to address the trade deficit between the US and EU, which reached $131.3 billion in 2022. While the EU has already significantly increased its imports of US hydrocarbons in recent years, ramping up purchases to the level Trump suggests faces numerous practical constraints.

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Where Is the World’s Wealth Stored — And Why It Matters for Gold
Global personal wealth stands at $471 trillion. Gold accounts for just 7% of that. Understanding where the world stores its wealth — and what happens when even a fraction shifts toward gold — is the foundation of the precious metals case.




