Builders unearth €9m gold loot sealed in walls of Belgian property

Builders renovating a house in Belgium discovered a hidden hoard of gold bars and coins in the cellar walls, reportedly worth about €9 million. The find has triggered an investigation and a legal dispute over ownership, with both the builders and the charity that owns the property potentially entitled to a share if no rightful owner comes forward within five years. The article is notable for the size of the gold discovery rather than a market move, but it may be mildly supportive for gold sentiment given the emphasis on the metal’s value and scarcity. Police have secured the stash and warned the public away from the site while authorities determine whether the treasure is linked to any criminal activity.