When whispers of an IMF bailout for the UK hit the headlines, investors naturally look for safe havens, and gold is often the first stop. A bailout wouldn’t just signal economic turbulence at home, it could also ripple across global markets, fuelling demand for hard assets. In this post, we’ll break down what an IMF intervention could mean for the pound, investor confidence, and ultimately, the price of gold.

If you’ve ever wondered what actually drives the gold price (makes it go up or down)? You're not alone. There’s no one lever pulling it up or down… but there are at least four forces that quietly shape every movement.