The current global crisis has sparked off a modern day gold rush around the world. It is not only private investors that have jumped on the gold bandwagon but Central Banks and Corporate businesses too have climbed onboard. The Central Bank in USA holds the most gold bullion reserves in the world with over 8000 tonnes. There is now evidence that Russia, China and Saudi Arabia have been stockpili... More...

Investing in gold bullion makes perfect sense in today’s unstable financial situation. Buying gold on a budget, no matter how small a purchase, is a step in the right direction. Investing in individual gold coins, such as the Gold Maple Leaf or the American Gold Eagle is affordable for most investors. By transferring your savings into gold bullion is a sensible way to save in today’s ... More...

The world’s largest gold bullion coin has been sold for a record £2.68 million (euro3.25m). The coin was sold at the renowned Austrian Dorothium auction house. The Canadian Maple Leaf coin was one of five specially made by the Canadian Government in 2007. Weighing 100 kg and 53cm in diameter it displays a picture of the Queen’s head on one side. In fact the Queen owns one of the... More...

The appeal of gold continues to shine as gold bullion remains one of the best performing assets in recent years. Investors are buying gold in increasing numbers to take advantage of its continuing rising prices. As the world’s economy remains in turmoil, gold is considered to be the most sensible and stable investment at present. Not only is gold a safe haven for your savings it is a hedge ... More...

Financial markets are waiting with eager anticipation for the repercussions of the G20 summit being held in Canada over the weekend. The European debt problem has strongly influenced the price of gold bullion. Investors are increasingly buying gold as a reaction to the ongoing debts owed by Greece and other nations. Analyst Jessica Cross said “Sovereign risk has attracted establishment mone... More...

As the price of gold bullion goes up the US dollar continues to remain weak. This is on the back of the Federal Reserve in USA announced it will be holding interests rates at an all time low, possibly until next year. Traditionally with a weak dollar the price of gold up as investors buy gold as a safe haven for their assets, this is ringing true at present. One possible reason why the Federal Re... More...

South Korea has announced that they are to launch a Gold Exchange in 2012. The Government hope that by encouraging a stable local gold market it will discourage black market gold trading which is rife in South Korea. This is to be a pilot project in the hope that in the near future other commodities, such as oils and crops can be traded. Gold bullion was chosen as it is considered to be a worldwi... More...

Gold has been successfully used in dentistry since Egyptian times. With its durable and pliable qualities it is a natural choice of material to use. Initially in the 7th century gold wires and foil was used to repair teeth. In today’s modern dentistry a high quality gold alloy has been specially produced using a mix of platinum, silver, copper and zinc. This strong and durable 18 carat gold... More...

Recent forecasts suggest that Australian gold bullion production looks set to continue to flourish. With an increased amount of gold developments in the pipeline gold mining is still big business in Australia. Gold production in Australia is already at full capacity as it tries to keep up with the current global demand tobuy gold by investors. This year alone Australian production has risen by 10... More...

Williams F1 racing team have applied their aerodynamics to golf and have come up with a unique set of gold bullion golf clubs guaranteed to improve anyone’s game. The Black Diamond Series golf clubs include a driver with solid gold insets and gold plated irons. For $50,000 you can invest in a set of golf clubs that are designed using the latest technology incorporating specific alloys and ... More...