In the last few hours, a picture from the U.S. Federal Reserve has circulated, causing a stir and concern.. the picture claims that the official price of gold is only $42.22 per ounce, while its global price is approaching $4800! 📉
Are we buying "illusion"? Are global markets in danger? Here are the facts in 3 quick points so you don't let rumors deceive you:
1️⃣ "Book value" not selling price! 📖
This number (42.22$) is a fixed price by law since 1973. The US government uses it only for internal accounting purposes among official entities.
• Imagine it like this: it's like you registered a "piece of land" in the family books at its price from 50 years ago, even though its value today in the market is worth millions. The books are static, but the reality is completely different!
2️⃣ The language of numbers does not lie 📊
• Gold reserves: America has the largest gold reserve in the world (more than 8000 tons).
• The value in old books: about 11 billion dollars only.
• The real value today: exceeds 1.23 trillion dollars! 🚀
This confirms that the value of gold is determined by global supply and demand, not an old paper in government drawers.
3️⃣ The "debt repayment" trick ❌
There are rumors that America might suddenly raise the gold price to pay off its debts and deceive the world.. the truth is, America's debt has exceeded 38 trillion dollars. Even if it sold all its gold at the current global price, it would not cover more than 3% of its debts. So gold alone is not the magic solution to the crisis.
💬 Interaction question:
After I learned the difference between "book value" and "market price".. do you think gold is still the best "safe haven" in 2026, or are there other investments that attract you more? 👇