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    Gold, counted among the most precious metals of the world, has played a key role in the monetary framework. It is also used for producing gold bars, bullion coins and similar units of fixed purity and weight, which makes gold a medium to store wealth in hoards. The utility of gold in the monetary framework increased in the period leading to the first World War, when warring countries decided to use fractional gold standards in bid to inflate their currencies. The move was aimed at financing the war costs, point out experts. Following the war, the United Kingdom had begun restoring gold-convertibility, but global outflows of gold in the forms of bills of exchange remained embargoed. International shipments at the time were restricted exclusively for war reparations and bilateral trade. Following the second World War, gold was swapped by a regime of nominally convertible currencies regulated by fixed exchange rates -- based on the Bretton Woods system. In the period to come, gold standards and the direct convertibility of currencies to the precious metal was discontinued by most countries. This move was led by the United States of America, which decided not to redeem its dollars into gold in 1971. Currently, fiat currency fulfils most monetary roles in the world. More

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    • When should you exit your gold investments?

      Gold feels safe to hold, but knowing when to sell is what actually protects your money.

    • Wall Street falls on Israel-Iran war and credit worries as oil rises

      Without any signs the conflict in the Middle East is abating, the S&P 500 extended this month’s decline

    • Gold extends decline for 10th day as Iran war concerns persist

      Though bullion declined nearly 17% from the start of the war in late February to Monday’s close, it had previously been on a prolonged rally underpinned by factors including geopolitical and trade tensions and elevated purchases by central banks.

    • 6,500-Year-old grave with 1.5 Kg Gold stuns scientists—World's oldest gold relic found in Bulgaria

      Archaeologists discover the world’s oldest gold in a 6,500-year-old grave in Bulgaria. There are almost 300 ancient graves on the site, but Grave 43 hold over 1.5 kilograms of gold. Scientists believe that humans had already developed advanced metallurgy during the Copper Age.

    • Equity, debt or gold: If you have Rs 1 lakh to invest now, where should you put it?

      The rule of investing is that there is no one-size-fits-all. The right allocation is not decided by market conditions alone but by an investor’s goals, time horizon and ability to handle volatility

    • Why Gold & Silver Are Falling Despite US–Iran War | Market Mystery Explained | 4K

      Why Gold & Silver Are Falling Despite US–Iran War | Market Mystery Explained Desc : Gold and silver are falling despite rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Traditionally seen as safe-haven assets, precious metals are behaving unexpectedly during the Iran war. So what’s driving this decline? From profit booking and ETF selling to rising bond yields and a stronger dollar, multiple factors are pushing gold prices down. Even inflation fears and high oil prices are playing a surprising role. Watch to understand why gold is not shining in times of crisis and what it means for investors.

    • Gold set for worst week in 4 decades as Iran war curbs rate-cut bets

      Bullion slipped as much as 2.1% as the dollar and bond yields rallied after a Wall Street Journal report that the Pentagon is sending three warships and thousands of additional Marines to the Middle East

    • Gold and silver plunge as Iran war damps rate-cut hopes

      Gold slid as much as 6%, on track for its longest losing streak since 2023

    • Gold slips amid Iran war turmoil; what should investors do?

      Investors should stick to a disciplined allocation strategy, use price dips to increase exposure while keeping precious metals as a long-term hedge within diversified portfolios, say experts

    • Gold, Silver Rate Today (Mar. 17) – Gold hovers near Rs 1.56 lakh, silver trades around Rs 2.55 lakh/kg on MCX amid mixed global cues

      The expert further said that the convergence of dollar strength, delayed rate-cut expectations, elevated oil prices, and weakening physical demand creates a challenging environment for precious metals

    • Gold still has a place in portfolios but investors should avoid chasing rallies, say experts

      Throughout the discussion, panellists agreed that although gold maintains cultural and financial significance, disciplined asset allocation is much more important than attempting to time the market

    • Gold set for second weekly loss on reduced rate cut bets, higher dollar, yields

      Spot gold was up 0.2% at $5,087.61 per ounce, as of 0927 GMT, but was set for a 1.7% weekly drop. U.S. gold futures for April delivery fell 0.16% to $5,092.60

    • Partial flight resumptions restore some gold flows from key hub Dubai

      Deliveries of physical gold to and from Dubai - a major hub supplying Switzerland, Hong Kong and India - have been affected since the start of the US–Israeli war on Iran on February 28

    • What’s next for gold as global instability grows?

      Gold is doing what it did for millennia, provide stability

    • Gold from Dubai: Indians can bring 20 g for men, 40 g for women duty free

      Discounts in Dubai have caught travellers’ attention, but customs limits and duties still determine how much gold can actually be brought home.

    • Gold rises after Trump signals Iran conflict may be nearing end

      Any sign that the White House is prepared to end the war with Iran — now in its second week — could lift some of the pressure that has weighed on gold.

    • Gold demand surges as Middle East war pushes investors toward safe havens

      Rising geopolitical tensions and inflation worries are driving global investors back to gold, swelling the value of the precious metal market.

    • Gold rises after Trump signals Iran conflict may be nearing end

      Bullion rose as much as 0.9% to top $5,180 an ounce, wiping out a decline in the previous session.

    • Gold slips on stronger dollar, higher rate expectations

      Spot gold was down 1.7% at $5,080.99 per ounce at 11:10 a.m. ET (1510 GMT). U.S. gold futures for April delivery were down 1.3% at $5,089.80

    • Why digital gold savings startup Jar is under Karnataka police scanner

      The Karnataka CID is probing Jar Gold Retail Pvt Ltd under the BUDS Act, following regulatory alerts and a police FIR alleging that the platform collected money from public through an unregulated scheme.

    • Oil Shock: India’s Oil Security at Stake | Is an LNG Shock Coming for India? | Commodities with MC

      Escalating tensions in West Asia have triggered a global oil shock, with crude prices surging past $115 and raising fresh concerns over energy supply. Production cuts by Iraq, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates have intensified worries about disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key artery for global oil trade. Surabhi Upadhyay speaks with Manisha Gupta on whether India could face an oil or LNG supply shock and how the global energy market may respond if the crisis deepens.

    • Precious metals witnessing strong inflows as investors chase recent returns: Sankaran Naren

      Precious metals have witnessed a sharp surge in investor inflows, reflecting a pattern where money flows into assets after strong price rallies

    • Man discovers 10g of gold in duck while slaughtering it, worth Rs 1,62,000

      A villager in Hunan, China, found 10g of gold inside a duck, a rare discovery echoing Tang dynasty practices, while rising gold prices have made the metal a popular investment.

    • India’s Rs 950 lakh cr worth holdings in gold, real estate shows challenge of shifting savings to markets: NISM Director

      Households collectively hold 30,000–35,000 tonnes of gold valued at about Rs 450 lakh crore, while residential real estate assets are estimated at around Rs 500 lakh crore. Much of this wealth remains locked in physical assets that generate limited financial returns, says Sashi Krishnan

    • Gold, Silver Rate Today (Mar 6) – Live Updates: Gold near Rs 1.60 lakh, silver rises 0.21%; Iran–US–Israel conflict drives bullion sentiment

      Gold and silver futures on MCX ended marginally higher, with gold rising 0.15 percent to close at 159920 per 10 grams and silver gaining 0.12 percent to settle at 262499 per kg.

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