Vaultonomics | Precious Metal Storage & Bullion Advisory
Storage Advisory

Where and how bullion is stored is a critical strategic consideration, yet no location or plan is perfect. Future changes can be disruptive and undermine the value of different locations, making logistical flexibility essential. Diversifying storage location and approach can help mitigate these risks.

Vaultonomics’ storage advisory service covers global facilities, as well as a number of ancillary service providers. Our research considers over 450 factors to develop a detailed picture of the most suitable storage options for a specific individual, family or institution. This includes evaluation of jurisdictions and specific storage facilities and locations to ensure alignment with unique goals, circumstances and global footprints.

Some of the key considerations underpinning our analysis include:

  • Jurisdiction (tax, law, regulation, disclosure, political/geopolitical trajectory)
  • Practicality and operational considerations for example ease of access
  • Geopolitical and geographic factors
  • Storage facility ownership and management
  • Storage fees, services and support
  • Security
  • Flexibility
  • Logistical optionality
  • Insurance
  • Other considerations unique to our clients

We consider the following types of storage across multiple international locations:

  • Home storage
  • Bank safety deposit and custody services
  • Non-bank safety deposit facilities
  • Vaults and other facilities
  • National mints

Our analysis forms the building blocks of a comprehensive matrix that incorporates critical factors and actively monitors emerging threats, while forming a robust foundation for a tailored management strategy. To remain responsive, our inputs are continually reviewed in line with changing conditions to allow for informed decision making that evolves accordingly.

There is no perfect solution to precious metals storage, and selecting different locations or providers creates trade-offs. Once these are understood, they can be considered in light of objectives or circumstances and be optimised to minimise cost, maximise flexibility and improve security.

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Disclaimer

Important: This is NOT INVESTMENT, TAX or LEGAL ADVICE.

Independent professional investment, taxation and legal advice should be sought before making all investment decisions including where and how to store bullion.

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