Category: Precious Metals
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Gold Deal Structures: Cash & Carry, FOB, and CIF Explained
In the fourth installment of our gold transaction series, we explore the essential delivery and payment terms shaping global Dory gold trade—Cash & Carry, FOB (Free On Board), and CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight). These terms are more than industry jargon; they dictate risk, responsibility, and logistics. A recent Kenya-based seller’s procedural update offers clarity…
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Eureka: A Streamlined, Secure & Familiar Process for Gold Collateral Transactions
In the volatile and often opaque world of physical gold trading, especially with Dory gold exported from Africa, deal execution can be riddled with delays, distrust, and procedural missteps. However, a new gold collateralization process emerging from East Africa—specifically Kenya—may be the breakthrough we’ve all been waiting for. At Invest Offshore, we recently examined a…
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Navigating Dory Gold Export: The Complex Web of African and International Regulations
In the first part of this series, we laid out the foundational steps to close an offshore gold deal, emphasizing speed, transparency, and respecting the Golden Rule: the one with the gold makes the rules. Now, let’s dive deeper into one of the most misunderstood—and risky—areas of the trade: Dory Gold export. Dory gold, often…
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Silver Thursday: The Hunt Brothers’ Attempt to Corner the Market and What It Means for 2025
The history of financial markets is filled with dramatic booms and busts, but few episodes match the sheer audacity of the Hunt Brothers’ attempt to corner the silver market in the late 1970s. Their actions led to a massive surge in silver prices, culminating in what became known as “Silver Thursday” on March 27, 1980,…
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Navigating Gold Speculator Contango: Unraveling the Cost to Carry on Arbitrage
Gold has long been heralded as a safe-haven asset, and its futures market offers a window into market sentiment and the mechanics of pricing. A key phenomenon in this market is contango, particularly when driven by speculative activity. In this post, we’ll explore what gold speculator contango is, break down the concept of the cost…
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Exclusive Opportunity: Two Gold Mines for Sale in Arizona, USA
For investors looking to enter or expand in the gold mining sector, an exclusive opportunity awaits. Two gold mines in Arizona, USA, are now available for acquisition. This is a direct sale by the owner, presenting a rare chance to own well-documented and potentially lucrative mining assets. Key Highlights: Why Invest in Arizona Gold Mines?…
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Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to Audit Fort Knox: What’s Really in the Vaults?
The United States government is no stranger to controversy when it comes to gold. From the gold confiscation of 1933 to the abandonment of the gold standard in 1971, America’s gold reserves have always been a hot topic. Now, a newly proposed agency, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is calling for a long-overdue audit…
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Trump’s Upcoming Gold Revaluation: A $700 Billion Windfall?
Rumors are swirling that a second Trump presidency could bring a dramatic revaluation of gold, a move that would have profound implications for global markets, the Federal Reserve, and the U.S. economy. With inflation pressures mounting and fiat currency confidence wavering, could Trump use gold as a financial reset button? The Mechanics of Gold Revaluation…
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The Perfect Storm Of Precious Metals Is Here
The global gold market is experiencing an unprecedented liquidity crunch, with central banks struggling to maintain physical gold reserves. The situation has escalated to the point where the London bullion market—one of the world’s most critical hubs for gold trading—is now actively seeking to borrow gold from central banks to meet demand. Many experts believe…