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XAU/USD Basics

Welcome to my XAU/USD basics archive. If you are new to the precious metals market, this is exactly where you should start. In this section, I break down the fundamental mechanics of spot gold, explain how global pricing actually works, and cover the foundational concepts you absolutely must understand before executing your first trade.

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Gold Market Mechanics

Gold Price Today: Why XAU/USD Thrives in a Fragmenting Global Economy

I analyse the shift away from a unipolar US dollar system, the $40 trillion debt milestone, and why central banks are hoarding gold as a neutral reserve.

2026-09-10

My illustration of the London and New York market overlap connecting global trading sessions for XAU USD.

Trader's Desk

Best Time to Trade Gold: Your XAU/USD Golden Window

Discover the best time to trade gold. I break down the London-New York overlap and why the Wall Street cash open is my ultimate XAU/USD trading window.

2026-09-02

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Trader's Desk

Why I Stopped Trading XAU/USD on My Mobile Phone

Trading gold on a mobile phone removes friction but increases behavioural risk. Here is why I moved my XAU/USD trading strictly to a desktop setup.

2026-09-01

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Gold History & Curiosities

Trading the London Open: My XAU/USD Asian Handover Strategy

I share my personal insights on trading the XAU/USD transition from the Asian session to the London open, breaking down liquidity sweeps and volume spikes.

2026-08-27

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Gold History & Curiosities

Flash Crashes in Gold: Surviving XAU/USD Danger Zones

Have you ever been caught in a gold flash crash? I explain why XAU/USD can spike $30 in minutes and how I protect my capital from algorithmic trading.

2026-08-25

Gold Market Mechanics

Trading XAU/USD: Why Gold Is Still My Top Safe Haven

Wondering why gold remains a top safe haven asset? I share my personal experience trading XAU/USD and why this classic metal stays in my daily routine.

2026-08-20

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Gold History & Curiosities

Gold Liquidity Trap: Why XAU/USD Plummets on Good News

Ever seen gold drop despite bullish news? I explain the liquidity trap, cross-asset margin calls, and why funds are forced to dump XAU/USD.

2026-08-20

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Gold Market Mechanics

LBMA & COMEX Explained: The Whales Moving XAU/USD

I look inside the world's largest gold exchanges, the LBMA and COMEX, to explain how massive institutional whales actually drive XAU/USD spot prices.

2026-08-18

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Gold History & Curiosities

Gold vs Crypto: Why Physical Metal Beats Digital Tokens

I explore why physical gold remains the ultimate store of value compared to cryptocurrency, looking at tangibility, historical trust, and XAU/USD reality.

2026-08-18

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Gold History & Curiosities

The Fort Knox Myth: Is the US Gold Vault Actually Empty?

I dive into the enduring conspiracy theories surrounding Fort Knox, the reality of US gold reserves, and why market trust matters for XAU/USD traders.

2026-08-13

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Gold History & Curiosities

Why the Human Brain is Hardwired to Desire Gold

Ever wondered why gold holds such a primal grip on humans? I explore the evolutionary psychology behind XAU/USD and why this metal means forever.

2026-07-30