2 reasons. The most important reason is that we think that central bank demand for gold, will structure your main higher.
The second reason is gold is a great hedge against tariff escalation concerns about debt sustainability. Daan Struyven, Goldman Sachs co-head of global commodities research
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In tribute to these technological advances and in recognition of Israel’s 77th anniversary, Israel Coins & Medals Corp. has commissioned the Holy Land Mint for special coins. These issues are recognized by the Bank of Israel as legal tender.
Obverse features include the Israel State Emblem, “Israel” in English, Hebrew and Arabic, “Independence Day 2025” in English and Hebrew, face value and Mint mark. To the right, circular and linear shapes symbolize Artificial Intelligence.
Three different denominations are being produced, each with the similar designs. The Prooflike 1-New-Israel-Shekel piece is 30 millimeters in diameter and composed of .925 fine silver, weighing 14.4 grams. Its maximum issue size is 1,800 pieces.
Source – Coin World
Source – MSN
Gold prices struggle to hold onto gains after key U.S. data showed inflation picked up in June as expected, potentially signaling companies are starting to pass on tariff costs to consumers. Futures are down 0.1% at $3,357.50 a troy ounce following a 0.5% rise earlier in the session.
Source – The Wall Street Journal
China urged the United States on Thursday to halt an investigation into potential new tariffs on copper imports to rebuild U.S. production of the critical metal, vowing to retaliate if Chinese entities got caught up in the levies.
“We urge the U.S. side to withdraw its investigation as soon as possible,” He said.
“If the U.S. insists on imposing tariffs and other restrictive measures, China will resolutely take the required steps to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,” He said, without giving any further details.
Source – Reuters
ANZ raised its zero to 3-month gold price forecast to $3,100 per ounce and 6-month forecast to $3,200 per ounce, according to a research note on Tuesday.
For gold “we maintain our bullish view, amid strong tailwinds from escalating geopolitical and trade tensions, easing monetary policy, and strong central bank buying,” the bank said.
Source – Reuters
Gold prices are expected to continue being volatile in the near future on the back of uncertainties regarding US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, the approaching July 9 deadline, possible trade deals, and the fresh threat of additional 10% tariffs on BRICS countries that align with ‘anti-American policies’.
Source – The Times of India