India's Gold Monetization Scheme: Turning Idle Gold Into Yield
Indian households hold thousands of tonnes of gold that sit idle. We explain the Gold Monetization Scheme, why the RBI wants to mobilize this metal, and the challenges it faces.
Central Bank News
Central bank gold reserves, official sector buying, policy shifts, and sovereign reserve diversification.
Turkey and Gold: How a Weak Lira Shapes Reserve Policy
Turkey is one of the most fascinating gold stories in the world — a country where both citizens and the central bank turn to gold amid chronic currency weakness. Here is how it works.
BRICS, De-Dollarization, and Gold: What's Real and What's Hype
Talk of a "BRICS gold-backed currency" generates endless headlines. We separate the realistic dynamics — reserve diversification and trade settlement — from the exaggerated claims.
Central Banks Are Buying Record Gold: Why It Matters
Central-bank gold buying has surged to multi-decade highs and is arguably the single most important force in today's gold market. We explain the scale, the drivers, and why it changes the game.