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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Beatrice Learmouth

Demand for tax-free gold coins spiked in month before autumn budget

A rush to invest in gold and silver and demand for commemorative coins honouring the likes of David Bowie has helped the Royal Mint return to annual profit (Royal Mint/PA) -

Demand for gold coins was “double the norm” in October, the boss of Ramsdens has said, as consumers cashed in on the soaring price and tax advantages of the precious metal ahead of the autumn budget.

The retailer and lender reported that interest during the month was “extraordinarily high” with more customers making purchases.

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