In this week’s episode of Live from the Vault, Andrew Maguire tackles a burning question from a US-based bullion dealer: is it possible that the Federal Reserve could try and confiscate your hard-earned gold savings?
The precious metals expert provides an update on the effects of Bitcoin ETFs on the gold price and comments on the strong geopolitically-driven demand for precious metals. Finally, Andrew shares some very good news for Silver Stackers.
Timestamps
00:00 Start.
01:53 Is there a chance the Fed will confiscate your gold?
13:45 Updates from liquidity providers: Bitcoin & gold.
20:30 COMEX formed 50 years ago, Fed intervention in gold started…50 years ago.
31:11 Rising tensions in the Middle East & China’s holiday season impact.
33:33 Big move coming for silver?
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