ع
Sections
  • Politics
  • Culture & Social Affairs
  • Business & Economy
  • Science & Technology
  • Documents & Memoirs
Regions
  • Gulf
  • MENA
  • Europe
  • USA
  • Asia
  • World
More
  • Videos
  • Cartoons
  • World in photos
  • Infographics
  • Profiles
  • Newsletter

LATEST ISSUE

Latest Issue
Magazine Archive
النسخة العربية
  • Politics
  • Culture & Social Affairs
  • Business & Economy
  • Science & Technology
  • Tag
  • gold

Al Majalla

Why Europe’s gold is on the move

Headlines have centred on the flight of bullion while commentators have speculated about the prompts. The reality is a little more nuanced

Abdulfattah Khattab 07 October 2026
A person holds a raw gold bar inside Sibanye-Stillwater's Ezulwini processing plant, near Westonaria, west of South Africa, on 17 March 2026.
 Reuters

Why Africa’s illicit gold trade is so hard to curb

Weak state control has led to a breakdown in law and order, resulting in thefts of precious metals and minerals, while the rising value of gold further incentivises such pillaging

Sharif Mohammad 28 September 2026
One of two gold necklaces made from more than 100 separate gold plates, decorated with images of goddesses such as Serapis, dating back to the second century AD. AFP

How Sudan’s war reshaped Egypt’s battle for gold

Egypt is cracking down on informal gold prospectors as it seeks to maximise the economic potential of its mining sector and attract new investment

Marcelle Nasr 09 July 2026
Al Majalla

Gold’s ascent points to strains in the dollar-centric global financial order

Rising bullion prices, volatile currency markets, and renewed debate over US monetary strategy reflect deepening doubts about Washington's stewardship of the global financial system

Mohamed Sharki 18 February 2026
A salesman displays gold chains, at Jos Alukkas jewellery store in Bengaluru on 17 September 2025. Idrees MOHAMMED / AFP

Gold hits record high of $5,100 as traders seek safety

Investors' flight into precious metals is symptomatic of the economic upheaval and uncertainty being caused by US President Donald Trump and his trade wars

Mohamed Sharki 28 January 2026
Al Majalla

Revaluing US gold reserves comes with pros and cons

Fort Knox's undervalued bullion could help the nation with its debt if it is given a more up-to-date price tag, some say. Others think it could lead to a global monetary realignment.

Toufic Chanbour 07 November 2025
Al Majalla

Central banks turn back to gold as uncertainty mounts

For the first time in nearly three decades, central banks’ combined gold reserves now exceed their US Treasury holdings—a symbolic shift reflecting diversification away from dollar assets.After the…

Al Majalla - London 28 October 2025
Ewan White

Why some Germans want to repatriate their gold from the US

Where one's gold sits is not just a matter of security, prestige, or practicality; it is a matter of trust and confidence, both of which seem to be in short supply as a result of Donald Trump's polici

Toufic Chanbour 04 July 2025

Gold heads east as Russia, China, and India seek its safety

With escalating geopolitical tensions, increased sanctions, and discussions around de-dollarisation, interest in gold is rising.Central banks, particularly those of Russia and China, have bought gold…

Al Majalla - London 27 August 2024
 Shutterstock

The gleaming of gold in global markets suggests volatility ahead

A safe haven in turbulent times, there are deeper reasons why gold still shines, including a possible role in finding a dollar alternative, but drawing lessons from the past is increasingly difficult.

Toufic Chanbour 29 May 2024
  •  Load More
  • Popular
  • Editor's Pick
Pete Reynolds
Politics

Israel’s election may not end its political crisis

26, Oct 2026

With a complex election setup and the deep polarisation that has plagued Israel in recent years, expect prolonged political deadlock

Michael Horowitz
Russian President Vladimir Putin greets Rwanda's Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva during a welcoming ceremony for participants of the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, Russia, on 28 October 2026. Igor Ivanko/REUTERS
Business & Economy

Russia-Africa summit: ambitions and challenges

29, Oct 2026

Amid competition for influence and resources, Russia knows that Africa is a market with potential. For African states, Russian companies are still of interest, but the value equation needs to change

Rana Freifer
Al Majalla
Politics

Lula defies Latin America’s pro-Trump wave

28, Oct 2026

Brazil's left-wing president won a historic fourth term in office

Catherine Osborn
Anne-Claire Legendre, the newly appointed president of the Institut du monde arabe, poses for a portrait at the institute’s headquarters in Paris, on 18 February, 2026 AFP
Culture & Social Affairs

Anne-Claire Legendre’s vision for the Institut du monde arabe

29, Oct 2026

As the institute approaches its 40th anniversary, its president outlines a new vision for cultural collaboration between the Arab world and Europe

Elie Kossaifi
President Masoud Pezeshkian (R) greeting Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi (R), in Tehran on 18 May 2025. Iranian Presidency / AFP
Politics

Afghanistan: Iran's strategic depth card in Central Asia

28, Oct 2026

Once nurtured by Pakistan, the Taliban now works closely with Iran, much to the delight of Russia and China

Kamal Alam

Sign up for the Weekly Newsletter

Get the best of Al Majalla, straight to your inbox.

Your newsletter subscriptions are subject to Al Majalla privacy policy and terms and conditions.

OPINIONS

Israel’s election: musical chairs for parties, not policies

Majed Kayali
Majed Kayali

War with Iran likely regardless of who leads Israel

Con Coughlin
Con Coughlin

Russia-Africa summit: ambitions and challenges

Rana Freifer
Rana Freifer

The struggle for power

Al Majalla - London
Al Majalla - London
MORE FROM OPINIONS
logo
  • Politics
  • Culture & Social Affairs
  • Business & Economy
  • Science & Technology
  • Documents & Memoirs
  • Gulf
  • MENA
  • Europe
  • USA
  • Asia
  • World
  • Videos
  • Cartoons
  • World in photos
  • Infographics
  • Profiles
  • About Al Majalla
  • Al Majalla Team
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact us
logo

© Al Majalla Magazine. All Rights Reserved.

0:00:00
0:00:00