Gold prices have recently dropped nearly 15% and silver over 30% due to market reactions to US President Trump's nominee for the Federal Reserve, raising concerns about prolonged high interest rates. Despite this, European central banks continue to buy gold to reduce reliance on the US dollar and stabilize economies, with Portugal, Poland, and Germany significantly increasing their gold reserves. Gold is viewed as a protective asset against inflation, although its recent decline raises questions about its reliability. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)