Gold Investment: frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Investing in gold can be attractive for a number of reasons. Firstly, gold is often seen as a safe store of value, offering protection against inflation and currency fluctuations. In times of economic uncertainty or crisis, gold tends to maintain or even increase in value, making it an excellent way to diversify an investment portfolio and reduce the risks associated with traditional financial markets.

What's more, gold can be used as a hedge against geopolitical risks and market turbulence. As a tangible asset, gold is not directly linked. Further information >>

The total absence of purchase taxes makes investing in gold attractive. On resale, there are two options: metal tax (TMP) or capital gains tax (TPV). Further information >>

Until 2017, gold was subject to ISF (Impôt de Solidarité sur la Fortune). Since ISF was replaced by IFI (Impôt sur la Fortune Immobilière) on January^1, 2018, gold is no longer taxed on wealth. More information >>

The sale of investment gold is subject to a 36.2% withholding tax (19% under article 200 B of the French General Tax Code, plus 17.2% social security contributions) on the capital gain alone. Further information >>

To buy investment gold at the best price, you need to contact specialists organized in a network. Discover our guide to making the right choice. Further information >>

Buying gold from your bank: good or bad idea? Discover our guide to making the right choice and buying the right investment products. Further information >>

Investing in physical gold is an important decision to protect your wealth and grow your savings. Find out how to buy gold safely. Further information >>

Buying paper gold: good or bad idea? Discover our guide to making the right choice. Further information >>

There are several ways to buy physical gold, either online or from reputable agencies. Discover our guide to making the right choice. Further information >>

Buying gold bars or coins? French or foreign coins? Discover our guide to making the right choice. More information >>

Gold prices change continuously from Monday to Friday, depending on a number of economic and geopolitical factors. Find out more about the factors that drive gold prices. Further information >>

Protecting your gold assets is important. Make the right choice with our guide to storing your gold. More information >>

To invest in physical gold, choose exchangeable coins in very good condition, without scratches or wear. Our guide to making the difference. Further information >>

You want to sell a gold bullion. With or without a certificate, you can sell your ingot by following our advice. More information >>

A gold coin seal is a bag used to protect your gold coins. It also serves to keep them in good condition (exchangeable). Discover all the tips for keeping your coins in good condition thanks to seals. More information >>

Paper gold or physical gold? Discover the advantages and disadvantages of each type of savings. Find out more >>

Buying gold bullion to protect your savings is an excellent idea. Find out how the GOLDMARKET experts can help you invest wisely. Find out more >>

To sell bullion, it's important to work with a network of professionals. Discover all our tips for selling your ingot at the best price. Find out more >>

To sell gold coins, it's important to work with a network of professionals. Discover all our tips for selling your gold coins at the best price. Further information >>

To buy gold coins, it's important to work with a network of professionals. Discover our tips for selling your coins at the best price. Further information >>

To invest in gold bullion or coins, it's important to work with a network of professionals. Discover all our tips for investing in gold at the best price. Further information >>

Napoleon is France's favorite investment product. Its price is constantly rising, and changes every day. Further information >>

The Louis d'Or is France's favorite investment product. Its price is constantly rising, and changes every day. Further information >>

Since 2010, the world's central banks have gone from selling to buying gold. Last year, activity in the official sector rose by 36% to 366 tonnes, a significant increase on 2016. Read more >>

CPOR DEVISES (Loomis FXGS) specializes in gold trading for professionals. Find out more about this company.

The taxation of investment silver is different from that of physical gold. Discover all the tips for investing in Silver. Further information >>

Ingot or bullion? It's all a question of weight! Discover the difference between an ingot and a bullion. Further information >>

The price of gold bullion changes every day according to international rates (London / New York). Find out today's price. More information >>

The price of an ounce of gold changes every day according to international rates (London / New York). Find out today's bullion price. More information >>

Discover the prices of the different silver bullion coins. Further information >>