Spot Gold Price Rise

The spot gold price rose 0.4% to $1,228.95 per ounce at 0648 GMT on Thursday 26th May.

It’s the biggest percentage gain in more than a week as traders covered short positions after the precious metal slid to a seven-week low. This was following speculation of a possible June US Federal Reserve increase.

 

Central Banks Buying More Gold

Central banks are continuing to buy gold. In 2015, a total of 483 tonnes were collectively added. China and Russia account for most of the activity. Central banks have been purchasing more of the yellow metal generally since 2010 with the last year being the most "robust year" of purchasing on record.

 

Venezuela’s Gold Reserves Plunge

Venezuela’s gold reserves have plunged by almost a third over the past year. The OPEC country is grappling with a financial crisis that is leaving it struggling to feed its population.

Since February and March, the country has sold 40 tonnes of its gold reserves. The yellow metal now makes up almost 70% of the country’s total reserves.

 

Gold Bar Found In Aircraft

One kg of gold hidden in a plane’s lavatory has been found at Kochi Airport, India.

The crew of a SpiceJet flight from Dubai found the bar after becoming suspicious of a passenger’s behaviour. Customs authorities have “detained” a passenger. 

 

Last Chance To Win Sovereign

Gold Investments’ gold club members still have a chance to win a sovereign coin (worth around £220). The Gold Club is free to join. For more details click here.

 

 

 

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