Swiss Gold Refiner Discusses Challenges of Transparency
Although Switzerland is not a major gold producer, it arguably plays a more important role in the global gold market compared to many gold-producing nations. Switzerland hosts four of the seven top precious metal refineries in the world and refines around 50% to 70% of the global gold supply. The country’s world-famous banks are also critical to marketing gold bullion, making the country a major hub for upmarket jewelry and watches. However, Switzerland’s involvement in the global gold industry has drawn increased scrutiny due to transparency issues and claims of the Swiss gold industry’s involvement in mining abuses and illegal…