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Jon Clarke

Bullion & Economics Editor

After 13 years in the travel industry and a further 13 in hospitality, Jon joined our marketing team in July 2020 after completing a BA(Hons) degree in Economics. With a keen interest in the Austrian School of Economics and their understanding of business cycles, Jon is fully aware of gold’s importance in a market economy, and tries to emphasise this in the articles he writes.

How Much is My Gold Coin Worth?

24 Nov 2020

It’s a common question and the answer depends on how you want to look at it. Intrinsic value or face value?

Gold Hits 5-Month Low After New Vaccine Announcement

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?

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.

Gold ETFs: A Gateway into the Gold Market

19 Nov 2020

Since the introduction of the gold-backed exchange-traded fund (ETF) in 2003, they have flourished to become a popular gateway in to the global gold market.

Swiss Referendum on "Dirty Gold" Sourcing

18 Nov 2020

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

Gold Price Forecast - How is it Measured?

17 Nov 2020

Is there a method for predicting the movement of gold and stock prices? Besides fortune telling, there is little that analysts can do to predict the future.

The Great Reset - World Economic Forum

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?

WGC: Gold Insights into USA and Canada

13 Nov 2020

The World Gold Council (WGC) took an in-depth look in to the investment behaviour in the US and Canada and found opportunities for growth in both markets.

CGT Overhaul Could Mean Bad News for Investors

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.

Gold as an Investment

11 Nov 2020

For centuries, gold has been considered "money", nowadays it is considered more of an investment. There are a number of avenues you can use in order to buy gold.

Markets React to COVID Vaccine News

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

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

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

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.

US Election 2020 – Results So Far

4 Nov 2020

While many in the UK slept, the results for the most contentious election in recent history, came in, with only a handful of states left to call a winner.

Is Silver Set to Explode?

2 Nov 2020

Finance and precious metals commentator James Rickards has spoken out about the future of silver following the US election.

Asteroid is so Valuable, the Zeros Won't Fit in the Title!

30 Oct 2020

The Hubble Telescope has discovered what is believed to be an asteroid so valuable in metals, it could be worth about 10,000 times the global economy in 2019.

Rising Covid Concerns Trigger Stock and Metals Sell-Off

28 Oct 2020

Stock and precious metal markets have sunk following growing fears of the rising Covid-19 cases throughout Europe.

Precious Metals: A World Bank Outlook

28 Oct 2020

The recent publication of the World Bank’s Commodity Markets Outlook report, provides in-depth market analysis and price forecasts for precious metals.

Bitcoin Breaks £10,0000 Mark After PayPal Announcement

27 Oct 2020

The new that PayPal is now accepting Bitcoin has driven prices over the £10,000 mark. However, the fine print does not seem as positive as some would make out.

Law Firms File Class Action Suits Against JPMorgan

26 Oct 2020

After charges of spoofing and a record-breaking fine, class action lawsuits are now being brought forward against the multinational bank.

Are Investors Betting on A Blue Wave?

23 Oct 2020

More and more major banks have been making their predictions for precious metals based on the outcome of the U.S. election. Is there a silver, or even a gold lining?


Venezuela Gold: Guaido Fails to Make Court-Ordered Payment

23 Oct 2020

The latest chapter in the Venezuelan gold case sees claims that self-proclaimed president Juan Guaido has failed to make payments ordered by the court.

Citibank Predict a 60% Rise for Silver in 2021

21 Oct 2020

The multinational bank has made the bold claim that silver will rise to $40/£30.56 within the next 12 months based on growing investment and industrial demand.

How Will Gold Fare After the U.S. Election?

21 Oct 2020

With the US election only weeks away, investors are considering the possible direction of precious metal prices following the results.

Russia and Gold Investment

20 Oct 2020

A recent report by the World Gold Council (WGC) gives an insight into the relationship between Russia and the precious metal.

LME Trading “Ring” to remain closed until 2021

20 Oct 2020

The iconic trading floor known as “the Ring” closed in March of this year and is not set to reopen at least until early next year.

Inflation and The Manchester School

19 Oct 2020

Manchester has an illustrious history in economic and sociological circles. The Manchester School of Economics is just one part of its history.

Precious Metals Find a New Advocate

16 Oct 2020

Gold and silver look to have new support from a controversial figure. That figure is none other than...

2020 Silver Inflows Nearly Triple Compared to 2019

16 Oct 2020

The first three quarters of 2020 have seen huge inflows into silver-backed Exchange Traded Products (ETPs), dwarfing a comparable period in the previous year.

Spoofing Fines Considered Ineffective Deterrent

16 Oct 2020

With some financial traders found guilty of spoofing and one major bank receiving a record fine. Some doubt whether financial penalties will curb misbehaviour.

What is the GLR?

15 Oct 2020

Gold lending is an unlikely consideration for many individuals, but it is an integral part of the wholesale gold market.

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