The New Gold Rush: Why are Prices Shattering Records?

About this episode

The episode discusses the record highs in gold prices and the resilience of China's industrial base amidst global challenges.

China has been the world's largest manufacturer for 15 years. What does this say about the resilience of China’s industrial base despite global headwinds? (00:44) Gold prices have reached record highs recently. The rally has been remarkable: up 9 percent in just three weeks and more than 35 percent since the start of the year. What has been driving this gold rush? (18:31)

Topics covered

• gold prices
• China manufacturing
• industrial resilience

Keywords

• gold rush
• record highs
• China's industrial base

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Places: China

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