A lot is happening in the African countries of Sahel region. Pro-nationalist and anti-colonial movements, often instigated directly or indirectly by Beijing and Moscow, are strengthening. With regards, today we will focus on Burkina Faso and the nationalization of gold mines located within the country.
US presidential elections set for 5th November are cherry on the top and grand finale of 2024 – year tightly packed with local, parliamentary and presidential elections held worldwide. But none are perceived as more important than those in US. Especially in times of such extreme polarisation and geopolitical turmoil.
Unfortunately, African nation of Zimbabwe can’t be perceived as greatest example of financial stability. It is just the opposite – it became a living symbol of modern-day hyperinflation. But could its issues be fixed with newest version of Zimbabwe Dollar? This time backed with gold and FX currencies basket.
Today we’ll try to answer some sectoral interesting questions: How can a mint/refinery get LBMA accreditation? What weight does it carry? What does it even mean? How is accreditation different from LBMA membership? Is it applicable into smaller products? And should mints/refiners without such are to be treated.... Different?
Without lengthy, and flamboyant introduction this time – as assets we’ll describe simply don’t need one. Bitcoin and gold. Both became super-hot in 2024. Each has its own different anti-fiat approach. Both have very vocal and often fanatical fan base. And each has simply different story to tell.