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Corey McDowell

Economics Editor

Originally from Northern Ireland, Corey graduated with a BSc (Hons) degree in Economics in 2017 and joined Chards as an economics editor after previously working in the education sector in New Zealand.

Tutoring school children from 13-18 allowed Corey to put his passion for economics into action. A thorough knowledge of economic concepts and being able to interpret complex economic models allows him to bring a wealth of knowledge to Chards.

Interests in particular for Corey include the historical role of gold in international affairs and shining light onto news items which those in power would rather conceal. He contributes to our precious metal investment guides and provides original commentary on geopolitical and economic events.

New Platinum Bullion Coins and Bars

26 Oct 2020

Discover the potential of platinum as an investment for your investment portfolio. Explore VAT-free options, pre-owned bullion deals, and the evolving gold:platinum ratio.

New Britannias Revealed With High-Tech Features

29 Sep 2020

The Royal Mint has unveiled the new 2021 gold Britannia coins, with enhanced anti-counterfeit features to deter criminals.

HSBC Rocked by Fraud Scandal

21 Sep 2020

HSBC has been rocked by revelations in the FinCEN files that it allowed fraudsters to transfer millions of pounds around the globe.

Fake Double Sovereigns

11 Sep 2020

Recently, an owner of a suspect 1887 double sovereign came to us and asked us to check if his coin was real. He had bought it from a coin dealer in Birmingham.

Bail-Outs, Bail-Ins and Confiscations

21 Aug 2020

As investors continue to stock up on their gold holdings, we have been asked with increasing frequency, about the possibilities of gold confiscation.

LBMA Price Fix

20 Aug 2020

The prices of precious metals are fixed in London in auctions independently operated and administered by ICE Benchmark Administration (IBA).

Buffett Dumps Bank Shares, Goes for Gold

17 Aug 2020

Bullion analysts were taken aback by news on Friday that the famous American business tycoon, Warren Buffett, has acquired shares in Barrick Gold.

Could a Gold-Backed Yuan Challenge the Dollar?

14 Aug 2020

The US dollar has depreciated against currencies such as the pound sterling, euro and Swiss franc. Could the dollar’s problems be the yuan’s opportunity?

Perth Mint Cleared of Significant Wrongdoing

10 Aug 2020

The LBMA will still continue to accredit the Perth Mint, with a recent review finding that there was 'no significant wrongdoing' by the Mint.

Chinese Banks Restrict Gold Trading

3 Aug 2020

Major banks in the People’s Republic of China have taken measures to limit customers from trading in precious metals.

Gold Hits Record US Dollar High!

27 Jul 2020

Gold has finally breached the $1,900 mark, hitting a record $1,944 (£1,510) per troy ounce by 12 noon BST.

Gold Attracts Younger Investors

27 Jul 2020

Not many people would think gold and silver would be appealing towards younger investors, but research shows millennials are bulking this trend.

Why have Gold and Silver Gone Up in Price?

23 Jul 2020

It’s been a stellar week for precious metals so far, with gold smashing through record prices in pounds sterling and silver breaking through the £18 mark.

Record Gold Price ‘Only a Matter of Time’

20 Jul 2020

According to the investment bank Citigroup, gold is in line to break the all-time high price records set in 2011. Silver is also expected to rise in price.

Chinese Authorities Quash Bank Runs

20 Jul 2020

Faith in the Chinese banking system is eroding again during the coronavirus outbreak, amplified by rumours circulating on social media.

Refiner's Conflict Gold in the Spotlight

17 Jul 2020

As the demand for gold rises, mines and refineries are coming under increased scrutiny amid concerns that the precious metal is not being sourced ethically.

Silver ETFs Outshining Gold?

14 Jul 2020

Whilst there has been plenty of attention on the record inflow into gold ETFs this year, the situation surrounding silver ETFs has glossed over most analysts.

S&P - Banks Face $2.1 Trillion of Defaults

10 Jul 2020

According to the credit rating agency S&P, the world’s banks are preparing to write off over $2 trillion in the next 2 years as a result of defaults on loans.

Chancellor's Statement - Possible Effects on Gold

9 Jul 2020

With the Chancellor’s stimulus package designed to stimulate consumer spending, it is worthwhile to speculate how gold will fare the coming months and years.

Gold Market Rocked by Chinese Counterfeit Scam

6 Jul 2020

A massive scandal has emerged in China, concerning the issue of fake gold bars as collateral against loans totalling approximately $2.8 billion.

Central Bank Gold Demand Remains Steady

3 Jul 2020

The WGC expects demand for gold from the world’s central banks to hold steady for this year.

High Court Blocks Venezuelan Gold Grab

3 Jul 2020

The High Court in London has ruled against the Venezuelan Central Bank (BCV) in its attempt to access £800 million worth of gold held by the Bank of England.

UK Businesses Cut Investment, Plan Redundancies

29 Jun 2020

Around half of businesses in the UK have cut back on investment spending and are planning to cut jobs when the furlough scheme ends.

IMF – Investors Gambling on Bailouts

25 Jun 2020

The IMF has warned that markets have ‘decoupled’ from economic fundamentals, leaving global stock markets dangerously overvalued.

Gold Hits 8-Year High in US Dollars

25 Jun 2020

On Wednesday, gold crept up to a high of $1,779.40 per troy ounce, which is the highest US dollar price for the precious metal since October 2012.

Goldman Sachs Upgrades Gold Price Forecast

22 Jun 2020

The American multinational investment bank Goldman Sachs has re-evaluated its gold price forecasts over the next 12 months.

More Chinese Disdain for the US Dollar

22 Jun 2020

The recent expansion of the US Fed’s balance sheet has not gone unnoticed in the People Republic of China, where it has irked some prominent officials.

Gold Mine Production Growth to Rebound – Fitch

15 Jun 2020

A report by Fitch Solutions has forecasted that global gold mine production is expected to rebound strongly, averaging 2.5% growth up to 2029.

Bullion Sales up Strongly So Far in 2020

9 Jun 2020

The first five months of 2020 have seen demand for gold and silver bullion rise as much as six times, with several prominent mints reporting bumper sales.

Record Flows into Gold ETFs - WGC

8 Jun 2020

According to the WGC, all gold-backed ETFs added 154 metric tons in May (+4.3%), which means global holdings are at an all-time high of 3,510 metric tons.

Gold Hit by Surprise US Unemployment Figures

5 Jun 2020

The gold price has taken a blow after unexpected news from the US labour market. Figures released today show unemployment in America fell to 13.3%.

Conflicting Reports on Gold ETF Flows

1 Jun 2020

Evidence has emerged that a proportion of SPDR Gold Trust (GLD) gold inflows don’t actually belong to the fund. What’s really going on here?