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iPhone Duo: The Cheapest Ever?: Discover how the price of the iPhone has evolved over the years and what happens when we measure its price in gold.

In August 2026, spot gold staged a strong recovery rally, surging over 10% from an opening price of US $4,038 to close the month up + US $411 at US $4,449 per ounce.

For decades, the 60/40 portfolio was considered the standard for building wealth through asset allocation. The logic seemed irrefutable: allocating 60% of the portfolio to equities to drive growth and 40% to government bonds to cushion volatility. However, the economic environment that allowed this formula to succeed has changed dramatically. Today, persistent inflation, rising public debt, and an increasingly uncertain geopolitical landscape are prompting some of the world’

For decades, a significant portion of many countries’ gold was stored in vaults located in the United States. It was a logical practice: after World War II, New York established itself as the world’s leading financial center, and the Federal Reserve offered security, stability, and ease of conducting international transactions. However, something has begun to change. In recent years, several nations have decided to repatriate their gold reserves and bring them back home. What

In London, a dinner for two at the exclusive Savoy Grill costs around £470 in 2026. In 1971, the same dining experience cost just over £11. At first glance, prices appear to have skyrocketed over the years. However, when measured in gold rather than pounds, the picture becomes remarkably different. Comparing the price of a luxury dinner with the value of one ounce of gold gave rise to an intriguing financial metric known as the Savoy-Gold Ratio. The concept was recently revis

July 2026 was an uneventful month for gold, as the metal moved sideways as investors weighed mixed economic signals. Throughout the month, the precious metal faced a balancing act between persistent global inflation pressures—which traditionally make gold attractive—and a strengthening U.S. dollar backed by expectations that the Federal Reserve would keep interest rates higher for longer.

As part of the fascination gold awakens in humanity, this precious metal has accompanied art as a symbol of opulence and transcendence. In pop music, its mention is a metaphor for hope, authenticity, and inner strength. Below are seven songs that show how gold has inspired different contemporary artists. For your convenience, we have created a playlist featuring these seven brilliant songs.

Mexico’s public debt increased from MXN 10.5 trillion in 2018 to MXN 18.9 trillion in 2025, representing an 80% increase in just seven years. Official estimates suggest it could reach MXN 21.8 trillion by the end of 2027. While borrowing is a common financing tool for governments, investors pay particularly close attention when public debt grows at a faster pace than the economy. Beyond the total amount of public debt, one of the most important indicators is its relationship

As central banks increase their gold reserves, physically backed gold ETFs record multi-million inflows, and the yellow metal takes center stage in the international monetary debate, there is an institution that organizes and systematizes all this key information for investors: the World Gold Council (WGC).

The first half of 2026 has come to an end. At Aktagold, we believe this is an ideal time to look ahead and review expectations for gold's performance throughout the remainder of 2026 and into 2027. Following an exceptional rally in 2025 and a sharp correction of more than 20% during the first half of 2026, gold remains at the center of the outlooks published by the world's leading investment banks. Although institutions such as JPMorgan, UBS, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, a