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The politics of gold: Economist Michael Hudson explains why gold's price is rising so much

Geopolitical Economy Report

CHAPTER

Manipulating Gold: Central Banks and Market Dynamics

This chapter explores the complex interactions between gold pricing, commodity exchanges, and the strategic manipulations employed by central banks such as the US Federal Reserve. It highlights the practices of short selling and gold leasing, assessing their impacts on market confidence, physical supply, and future price expectations. Additionally, it raises concerns about transparency regarding U.S. gold reserves and the accountability in monetary policy.

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