Money Metals Exchange

10/15/2026

The American Gold Eagle coin program celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, marking four decades since the U.S. Mint released the first coins in 1986. Created under the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, the program reintroduced widely available American gold bullion coins for investors, featuring the iconic image of Lady Liberty on the obverse and a family of eagles on the reverse. The design draws on Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ celebrated Liberty artwork originally used on the $20 Double Eagle.

Since their debut, Gold Eagles have become among the most recognized and widely traded gold bullion coins in the world. Available in multiple sizes, including one-ounce, half-ounce, quarter-ounce, and tenth-ounce versions, they give investors different ways to own gold. Each coin’s gold content, weight, and purity are guaranteed by the U.S. government, and the coins carry legal-tender face values even though their market value is primarily determined by their gold content.

Four decades later, American Eagles remain an important part of the U.S. precious metals market, serving both investors seeking physical gold and collectors drawn to their design and history. Their longevity reflects the enduring appeal of gold bullion coins as a tangible asset—and the role recognizable, government-issued coins continue to play in the modern precious metals market.

https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/10/15/first-american-eagle-coins-released-40-years-ago-005297

10/15/2026

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) offers only part of the picture when it comes to inflation. While consumer prices show how much the cost of everyday goods and services is changing, other indicators can reveal inflationary pressures building beneath the surface. Money Metals analyst Mike Maharrey looks beyond the CPI to assess the broader picture using the M2 money supply, the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet, and the Chicago Fed’s National Financial Conditions Index.

The analysis highlights how growth in the money supply and an expanding Federal Reserve balance sheet can create additional pressure on prices over time, even when official consumer inflation appears to be cooling. Meanwhile, the National Financial Conditions Index provides insight into how easy or restrictive credit conditions remain across the economy. Together, these measures offer a broader perspective on monetary policy and the potential for future price increases.

The central concern is that easing consumer-price inflation does not necessarily mean inflationary pressures have disappeared. Monetary expansion can eventually show up in the cost of goods and services, but it can also contribute to rising asset prices. Looking beyond a single government statistic can help investors better understand the forces affecting purchasing power and the long-term value of the dollar.

https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/10/15/beyond-the-cpi-the-complete-inflation-story-september-2026-005295

10/15/2026

Russian gold is flowing into Hong Kong at a record pace as Western sanctions continue to reshape the global precious metals trade. According to Hong Kong customs data, the city imported 112.7 tonnes of Russian-origin gold between January and July 2026, already surpassing the 92.1 tonnes imported during all of 2025. Before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Hong Kong imported just 3.3 tonnes of Russian gold in 2021.

The surge reflects how sanctions have redirected Russian bullion away from traditional Western markets and toward Asia. With Russian refiners shut out of major Western trading channels, producers have increasingly sought buyers in markets that have not adopted the same restrictions. Much of the gold entering Hong Kong is believed to be destined for mainland China, reinforcing Asia’s growing role in the global gold trade.

Highlighting how geopolitical tensions are changing the movement of physical gold around the world. As countries adjust their trade relationships and seek alternatives to Western financial systems, gold remains an important asset in international commerce and reserve diversification.

https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/10/15/russian-gold-is-flowing-through-hong-kong-005294

10/15/2026

Historic gold coinage meets modern bullion.

See an MS63 graded Saint-Gaudens $20 Double Eagle beside a 1 oz American Gold Eagle and compare two iconic U.S. gold coin designs.

Explore certified pre-1933 gold coins at Money Metals.

10/15/2026

This week, Mike takes a deep dive into Chinese central bank gold buying, pinpointing the reason China is rapidly expanding its gold holdings and explaining why it matters.

This week, Mike takes a deep dive into Chinese central bank gold buying, pinpointing the reason China is rapidly expanding its gold holdings and explaining why it matters.

10/14/2026

China is stacking gold as countries look for ways to reduce their reliance on the U.S. dollar. What’s driving this trend, and what could it mean for the dollar’s future and gold’s role in the global financial system? Listen to the latest episode to find out.


https://www.moneymetals.com/podcasts/2026/10/14/china-is-stacking-gold-why-005291

10/14/2026

Patriotic copper rounds bring American heritage, liberty, and bold collectible designs to .999 fine copper.

See a variety of patriotic-themed rounds from Money Metals, including the 1 AVDP oz Copper 2nd Amendment Minuteman Round.

10/13/2026

Money Metals has secured $265 million in financing to expand its gold- and silver-backed lending business, giving the company additional resources to meet growing demand for loans backed by physical precious metals. The financing supports the expansion of a model that allows individuals and businesses to access capital using their precious metals holdings as collateral rather than selling their assets.

Gold- and silver-backed loans offer an alternative for people who want liquidity while retaining exposure to the metals. Instead of selling bullion to raise cash, eligible borrowers can use their holdings to secure financing for business expenses, investments, or other needs. This approach can be particularly appealing to precious metals owners who want to maintain their long-term positions.

The expansion also reflects the growing range of ways investors can use physical gold and silver beyond simply holding them as stores of value. Precious metals can serve as collateral for financing, potentially allowing owners to access capital without liquidating their holdings. However, borrowers must still consider interest costs, repayment obligations, and the risk of losing pledged assets if they fail to meet the loan terms.

With $265 million in financing secured, family-owned Money Metals is positioning its lending operation for further growth as interest in precious-metals-backed financial services develops.

https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/10/13/money-metals-secures-265-million-for-expansion-of-gold-and-silver-backed-lending-005288

10/13/2026

See the variety of .999 fine copper rounds available from Money Metals.

From classic Buffalo designs and American imagery to distinctive collectible styles, copper bullion rounds offer an affordable way to explore physical metals and build a copper collection.

10/12/2026

Precious metals analyst Clive Maund argues that gold and silver may be positioned for another major advance, despite their recent pullback. Looking at decades of price history, Maund believes gold broke out of a long-term consolidation pattern in 2024, marking the beginning of a new bull-market phase. He views the latest correction as relatively modest compared with the preceding rally.

Silver may be approaching an important turning point as well. While gold has historically led during the earlier stages of major precious metals bull markets, Maund argues that silver tends to shine later in the cycle. He believes silver is now near a key technical level that could set the stage for another substantial move higher, potentially alongside renewed strength in gold.

The short-term outlook could also be improving. U.S. Treasury yields and the dollar have climbed sharply in recent weeks, putting pressure on precious metals, but Maund sees signs that both may be nearing resistance and could retreat. A pullback in yields and the dollar would create a more favorable environment for gold and silver to recover.

https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/10/12/the-big-picture-for-gold-silver-could-not-be-more-positive-005285