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What Happens to Gold When the Dollar Crashes?

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Every major dollar devaluation cycle since 1971 has produced a significant rally in gold. Here’s what the historical record shows, what central banks are doing about it, and what it means for investors today.

Gold Price After Ceasefire Violation: The Floor Has Moved

Gold Price After Ceasefire Violation: The Floor Has Moved

The US Navy seized an Iranian ship Sunday, oil surged 7%, and gold dropped just around 1%. Three months ago that same escalation would have sent gold down 3%. Here’s what changed — and what it means for investors holding physical gold.

Oil Crashed 11%. Gold Went Up. That Tells You Everything.

Oil Crashed 11%. Gold Went Up. That Tells You Everything.

Oil crashed 11% on Friday when Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz. Gold went up. That rare divergence — oil down, gold up, same catalyst — signals that gold’s rally is driven by monetary forces, not geopolitical ones. The war premium left oil. The monetary premium stayed in gold. Here is what that means for precious metals investors watching the Fed’s next move.

Why Are BRICS Countries Buying So Much Gold?

Why Are BRICS Countries Buying So Much Gold?

BRICS nations are buying gold at record pace — and it’s not just about price. From sanctions-proofing to de-dollarization, discover the four forces driving the biggest shift in global reserve strategy since Bretton Woods, and what it signals for investors.

The Largest Gold ETF Outflow Ever – But China Disagrees

The Largest Gold ETF Outflow Ever – But China Disagrees

North American investors pulled a record $13 billion from gold ETFs in March 2026. Chinese investors put a record $8.5 billion in — the same quarter. The World Gold Council data shows two markets treating gold in completely different ways.

Is Now a Good Time to Buy Gold? Here’s the Macro Case

Is Now a Good Time to Buy Gold? Here's the Macro Case

Gold has pulled back 13–14% from its January all-time high of $5,589. The dollar is weakening, the IMF has cut its growth forecast, and central banks bought 863 tonnes of gold in 2025. Here’s what the macro picture is signaling.

Gold/Silver Ratio Hits 61.1 — Silver’s Turn to Run

Gold/Silver Ratio Hits 61.1 — Silver's Turn to Run

Silver is outpacing gold for the second straight day as the gold/silver ratio compresses to 61.1. With a six-year supply deficit, stagflation signals, and central bank buying accelerating, silver’s structural case is finally finding its moment.

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