Gold Market vs Bond Market

The big macroeconomic catalyst shaking up the fixed-income world is a sharp selloff in government debt that pushed the 30-year U.S. Treasury yield to 5.44%, marking its highest level since 2004.

When long-term treasury yields climb to these heights, it creates a formidable obstacle for non-yielding assets like gold. Institutional capital is pulled toward high, risk-free returns backed by the government, increasing the opportunity cost of holding physical bullion. Even so, underlying safe-haven demand keeps a firm floor under the precious metal as global uncertainty persists.

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By Bob711, 4 days ago

Gold investing

Spot Gold Market Pulse

For those of us with boots on the ground in the prospecting community, 2026 has been nothing short of a historic year for gold. We’ve watched the spot price trace a massive arc—climbing to breath-taking record highs early in the year, testing our nerves during a sharp correction, and now showing clear signs of life as we head into the final stretch of summer.

Spot Gold Market Pulse

Whether you’re panning the creeks or following the global markets, the numbers tell a compelling story. Let’s break down the data to see where we’ve been and what the charts are whispering for the months ahead.

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By Bob711, 1 month ago

Gold investing