Srilanka, Oct. 11 -- In a nation buffeted by currency crises and rising inflation, Sri Lankans increasingly turn to gold as a reliable store of value. Beyond its cultural resonance, the metal offers liquidity, scarcity, and independence from banks, positioning it as a sanctuary amid economic turbulence and uncertainty in the local financial landscape.

In a country where economic storms have struck repeatedly over the past decade, from currency crashes and foreign reserve shortages to inflationary pressures and credit defaults, ordinary Sri Lankans search for anchors for their savings. Among all assets, gold persistently shines as a trusted sanctuary. What gives gold its almost magical status in Sri Lanka? Why is its appeal rising again n...