Gold Wars: The Battle for the Global Economy
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Gold Wars: The Battle for the Global Economy

by Ferdinand Lips

Published: 2013

Pages: 268 pages

Theme: Economics & Money

Gold Wars unpacks the hidden battle over the world’s oldest form of money, revealing how governments, central banks, and financial elites manipulate gold to maintain control over the global economy. Ferdinand Lips, a former Swiss banker, exposes how monetary policies, fiat currency expansion, and market interventions have systematically suppressed gold’s role as a true store of value. From historical gold confiscations to modern financial warfare, this book provides a deep dive into the unseen forces shaping global wealth. Essential reading for those who seek to understand money beyond the headlines. A reminder that bad money makes for bad times—ignore at your own peril.

Author Bio

Ferdinand Lips (1931–2005) was a Swiss banker, gold expert, and outspoken critic of fiat currency manipulation. With decades of experience in private banking and financial markets, he became a leading advocate for gold as a cornerstone of economic stability. His writings, including Gold Wars, highlight the geopolitical and financial struggles over hard money, exposing how monetary policies shape global power dynamics. Lips’ work remains influential among sound money advocates and financial historians.