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Where does gold come from and why is it so scarce? Learn how gold forms in space, ends up in the Earth, and what this means for value and price.

You used to be able to buy gold at your bank. Now it is no longer possible. But why? And what options do you still have to buy physical gold?

The gold standard was once the backbone of the global financial system and limited how much money governments could create. Learn why this system was abandoned — and why gold can play an important role again today.

Is gold still a wise buy in 2026? Despite record highs, gold continues to hedge inflation, add diversification and build long-term stability in your portfolio.