đšđžđŠđïž Saudi Arabia Unearths Major Gold Deposits in the Arabian Shield! đ°âïž
Arabian Shield (western Saudi Arabia) has revealed new gold deposit findings that are set to bolster the kingdomâs mining ambitions under Vision 2030. The state-backed miner Maâaden has identified high-grade samples with ore grades up to 20.6 grams per ton over 20 meters, and 10.4 g/t over 61 meters. ïżŒ
These deposits lie roughly 125 km south of the existing MansourahâMassarah Mine in the Makkah region, reinforcing Saudi Arabiaâs push into precious metals beyond oil. ïżŒ
đ What this means for investors & markets:
âą The spike in quality and volume of gold resources signals that Saudi Arabia may become a significant global gold producer, not just an oil-centric economy.
âą Goldâs role as a safe-haven could gain fresh momentum if supply from new regions shifts market dynamics.
âą For crypto/fin-tech angles, consider how the flow of capital into commodities like gold might reflect broader investor sentiment shifts that could ripple into digital assets.
âą This discovery aligns with Saudi Arabiaâs mining sector growth: the kingdomâs exploration spending rose sharply to SAR 1.05 billion (~US $280.5 million) in 2024, underscoring serious commitment to mineral development. ïżŒ