Explain why liquidity matters in gold custody. Institutions need not only to store bullion but also to mobilize it. Settlement channels — SWIFT, SEPA, and crypto rails — make custody functional in practice, bridging preserved metal with financial markets. 1.…
Introduction Gold custody is only as strong as the evidence that the metal exists and belongs to the investor. For institutions and family offices, independent audits and verified barlists are the mechanisms that turn storage into a reliable, reportable asset.…
Introduction Preserving wealth across generations requires more than placing bullion in a single vault. Family offices face concentration risks when custody is tied to one jurisdiction or provider. Offshore diversification — distributing holdings across multiple custody hubs — transforms gold…
Gold stored in recognized custody centers can benefit from tax advantages that protect long-term wealth. In Dubai, bullion is exempt from VAT and capital gains, while in Hong Kong it is free of sales tax and recognized under LBMA standards.…
Capital preservation requires assets that remain stable through inflation, currency shifts, and financial crises. Allocated gold custody secures direct ownership of physical bullion in recognized vaults, giving investors legal protection, transparent reporting, and long-term access. For institutions and family offices,…