The gold surge and Covid-19 lockdowns are hurting Asian and other jewellers. Traditionally, India and China have been big buyers of the metal. But after the start of the latest bull phase in mid-2019, many more Western investors are buying, … Read the rest
Gold’s safe haven brand is tarnished
Gold has become increasingly volatile during the Coronavirus crisis. Prices have become more correlated with equity movements i.e. gold is generally rising and falling in tandem with stocks. During the recent share slide speculators and investors dumped the precious metal … Read the rest
Large Buyers Underpin Gold
Central banks are believed to be buying when the price dips
Central banks and investors have routed gold bears in recent weeks. Other precious metals, notably silver, platinum and palladium have also benefited from the change in market sentiment.
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De Beers’ insights into Millennial market useful for fashion & luxury firms
Its insights into Millennial earnings, wealth and desires could well be a model for fashion, luxury & other businesses.
The giant mining company, which accounts for 34 per cent of global rough diamond production, believes it’s essential to boost Millennial … Read the rest