Liberty and Finance, Released on 2/4/25
Alasdair Macleod discusses the current state of the gold market, focusing on the rising demand for physical gold and the challenges involved in its delivery. He explores the implications of geopolitical tensions, the growing distrust in the dollar, and the potential for a systemic crisis in credit markets. Macleod emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between money and credit, advocating for gold as a safe haven amid economic uncertainty. He highlights the urgency for individuals to secure their wealth in gold as a protective measure against impending financial turmoil.
0:00 Intro
1:30 Gold shortages
18:53 Nothing in the system is yours
33:26 Retail bullion situation
37:50 Macleod’s Substack
39:00 Weekly specials
Alasdair Macleod is head of research for GoldMoney. Alasdair has been a celebrated stockbroker and Member of the London Stock Exchange for over four decades. His experience encompasses equity and bond markets, fund management, corporate finance and investment strategy. Read Macleod’s writing: https://www.goldmoney.com/research and MacleodFinance Substack.