Global consumer demand for gold is up by 53% in the second quarter, boosted by strong demand in China and India.

When Vladimir Putin says the US is endangering the global economy by abusing its dollar monopoly, he’s not just talking.

Gold analysts are generally bullish by nature and many have long-running forecasts that bullion is poised to rally through the $2,000 an ounce barrier, but the reality continues to disappoint.

SILVER tongued delegates will talk nothing but gold in Limerick next week.