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 Chinese stimulus expected to boost precious metals demand

Chinese stimulus expected to boost precious metals demand

A new report from the World Gold Council shows China’s planned influx of money into the economy is likely to find its way to gold markets

26/10/2024

Hong Kong's first dinosaur fossils, likely from large dinosaur, go on display

The fossils, confirmed to be dated to the Cretaceous period some 145 million to 66 million years ago, need further study to confirm the dinosaur species.

By REUTERS
25/10/2024
 China Gold Imports Slump as New Tax Rule Looms

China Gold Imports Slump as New Tax Rule Looms

Gold traders divert shipments from China as proposed customs rule threatens hefty new taxes on imports. September volumes hit 6-month low. Peru copper supplies at risk

By ERAN TAL
24/10/2024

Putin warns of Middle East conflagration and debates Ukraine at BRICS

The Russian president said that unless Palestinians got a separate state, the region would remain in an atmosphere of eternal crisis.

By REUTERS
24/10/2024

Will death of Turkish cleric Gulen lead to a more peaceful Turkey?

There is much at stake. Gulen’s death could change things in Turkey, or it could lead the regime to feel more confident and become more aggressive. 

 BRICS summit: Precious metals investors to watch closely

Gold investors look to BRICS summit for news on rumored currency

Putin ahead of BRICS: The U.S. did it themselves. They thought we would collapse; Russian president says 95% of foreign trade now conducted in national currencies.

21/10/2024

Working 9-5: Dogs, other pets go to 'work' in China's pet cafes

Pet cafes are notable businesses in China, where owners charge more for these experiences and visitors get to interact and play with animals around the cafes.

 China to launch platinum, palladium futures in 2025

China to launch platinum, palladium futures in Q1 2025

The Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX) will launch platinum and palladium futures in Q1 2025, according to the producers' council.

By ERAN TAL
16/10/2024
 China’s gold market demand rebounds, further strength predicted

China’s gold market demand rebounds, further strength predicted

New report from the World Gold Council suggests Chinese appetite for the yellow metal may have dropped slightly due to higher price, but a change is starting to be noticed.

15/10/2024

A world at war: These are the conflicts and tensions of nuclear-armed nations in 2024

We may not be heading for a world war, but we could be heading for a world at war. Here's a look at the big conflicts around the world, and ones that could soon erupt, with nuclear-armed nations.

14/10/2024
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