gold reserves

Written by Edward G. Thompson, this article reflects on more than six decades in the gold mining industry and the evolution of gold price cycles. Beginning in the fixed-price era of the 1950s, Thompson traces how inflation, financial crises, and geopolitical shifts reshaped gold’s role across multiple market regimes. The narrative moves through the 1970s bull market, the post-financial crisis recovery, and the structurally driven rally of the 2020s. Drawing on firsthand experience with discoveries, financing cycles, and investor behavior, the article concludes that gold itself does not change. Instead, the world around it does, redefining gold’s role from speculative asset to strategic reserve. [more]

After Newmont acquired Newcrest, Newmont is reshaping its portfolio, selling non-core assets at significantly higher valuations. The 2024 divestiture program has raised $3.9 billion so far, exceeding its $2 billion target. Highlights include $909 per ounce of Reserves it received for Akyem from Zijin and $567 for Musselwhite from Orla, compared to $198 per ounce paid for the Newcrest’s Reserves. By focusing on Tier 1 gold and copper assets, Newmont is positioning itself for sustained growth and enhanced shareholder returns. [more]