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UK Budget 2021

Jon Clarke - 9 Mar 2021

Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered his latest budget, nearly 12 months after the pandemic-induced lockdowns brought the national economy to a standstill.
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Biden's Inaugural Address

Jon Clarke - 26 Jan 2021

Biden's first speech as president called for unity in a country divided by politics and devastated by a pandemic. His administration has a lot to address.
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Bullion Dealer Linked with QAnon Supporters

Jon Clarke - 25 Jan 2021

A recent article by The Times pointed out that a Marbella-based podcaster with links to the QAnon conspiracy group, is promoting UK gold dealer BullionbyPost
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Is it Platinum's Time to Shine?

Jon Clarke - 20 Jan 2021

2020 saw new highs for stock markets, gold and cryptocurrency. There is an argument that suggests another asset may be due a rally in 2021.
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Silver and Platinum Set to Outperform Gold in 2021

Jon Clarke - 19 Jan 2021

The outlook for silver and platinum looks promising over the next 12 months as a number of precious metal analysts say they both look set to outshine gold.
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The Treasure Act 1996

Jon Clarke - 12 Jan 2021

The Act deals with discoveries of treasure in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland and legally obliges finders of treasure to declare their findings to the local coroner.
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2020: A Year in Review

Jon Clarke - 11 Jan 2021

2020: A Year in Review

Bubbles: 1637 Tulip Mania, 1720 South Sea Company... 2021 Bitcoin?

Lawrence Chard - 11 Jan 2021

Remember greed and fear are the two main drivers of markets, bubbles, and frauds. If in any doubt, keep out!


Bespoke Investing in the New Normal

Bruce - 4 Dec 2020

Covid, and the markets’ reactions, means investing for the next 30 years has turned out to be a different exercise from the plans I was making in September 2019.
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Gold Hits 5-Month Low After New Vaccine Announcement

Jon Clarke - 23 Nov 2020

Gold dipped under £1,400 for the first time since June, after a new vaccine reports up to 90% efficacy.

Bitcoin: A Speculative Bubble?

Jon Clarke - 20 Nov 2020

As Bitcoin continues on its ascent towards its 2017 record, supporters have dismissed claims of another speculative bubble, while others and as optimistic.
Round Mountain Gold Mine, Nevada

Swiss Referendum on "Dirty Gold" Sourcing

Jon Clarke - 18 Nov 2020

An upcoming vote on the Swiss Responsible Business Initiative (RBI) hopes to place responsibility of supply chains on to its multinationals.

The Great Reset - World Economic Forum

Jon Clarke - 16 Nov 2020

According to some, the COVID pandemic has provided an opportunity to rebuild the economy in a more equitable way. Is a more centralised economy the way forward?
2020 Sovereigns - CGT Exempt

Capital Gains Tax Implications Regarding Investment Gold

Lawrence Chard - 12 Nov 2020

There has been speculation that a reform to CGT is imminent, so we thought it would be an apt time to republish this 2006 article from taxfreegold.co.uk.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak

CGT Overhaul Could Mean Bad News for Investors

Jon Clarke - 12 Nov 2020

As a way of creating revenue to cover expenditures throughout the COVID lockdown, a government report has suggested that a CGT reform could make up the shortfall.
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Markets React to COVID Vaccine News

Jon Clarke - 10 Nov 2020

The “breakthrough” by Pfizer could potentially mean a vaccine is made available in the new year. News of the announcement caused huge swings in asset markets

Metal Markets Gather Momentum Following Biden Win

Jon Clarke - 9 Nov 2020

Stock markets and precious metals have seen gradual increases as news that Joe Biden is set to be President-elect, while the dollar has dipped.

China: Commercial Banks and Retail Gold

Jon Clarke - 6 Nov 2020

The World Gold Council took a look at the physical gold market in China. Their outlook sees chances for banks to benefit from a bullish gold price.

Valcambi Threatens Legal Action Against Campaigners

Jon Clarke - 5 Nov 2020

The refiner has lodged a complaint against NGO Swissaid after it refused to retract allegations that Valcambi were in a “dubious relationship" with a controversial dealer.
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JM Bullion Website Hacked, Personal Details Stolen

Corey McDowell - 4 Nov 2020

A large precious metals bullion dealer in the United States has been the target of a sophisticated hacking operation.

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