Global stock markets and the US dollar slipped on May 21 as investors reacted to growing concerns over President Trump’s proposed tax-cutting bill. The plan prompted questions about its potential impact on the fiscal outlook, heightening uncertainty across financial markets. Meanwhile, US Treasury yields climbed, reflecting investor anxiety that the legislation could add between $3 … Read more

Gold has rallied more than 40% over the past 12 months, substantially outperforming the S&P 500, and that surge has prompted a provocative proposal about how the United States values its official gold reserves. Some analysts have suggested revaluing the Treasury’s gold holdings on the government balance sheet to reflect current market prices rather than … Read more

Nigerian Central Bank Governor Cardoso is highlighting the investment opportunities that have emerged from the currency reforms introduced in 2023, which coincided with a 41% depreciation of the naira during the year. Appointed in September 2023, Governor Cardoso moved quickly to stabilize the financial system. The Central Bank of Nigeria implemented a series of decisive … Read more

Gold prices climbed about 1% on Tuesday to $3,013.34, recovering from a dip the previous day. The metal’s advance was driven by heightened geopolitical and trade tensions globally, alongside a softer U.S. dollar that increased demand for the safe-haven asset. Recent trade rhetoric added to market unease. China rejected what it described as U.S. “blackmail,” … Read more

Gold is trading near $4,800 per ounce in April 2026 — about 14% below its all-time high of $5,589.38 set on January 28, 2026. For first-time buyers, the safest route is to purchase recognised bullion coins or bars from a reputable dealer and arrange secure storage, either in a professional vault or at home with … Read more

Marc Faber, the Swiss investment strategist widely known as “Dr. Doom” for his persistently pessimistic market views, has warned Indian retail investors to be cautious about equities. In a recent NDTV Profit interview, Faber advised that if markets begin to show signs of a rebound, investors should consider using that opportunity to exit positions rather … Read more

China’s central bank has authorized commercial banks to purchase foreign currency to finance higher gold import quotas, according to two people with direct knowledge of the decision. The approval is part of a broader set of stimulus measures—alongside interest-rate cuts and targeted liquidity injections—aimed at cushioning the economy from the fallout of the U.S.-China trade … Read more

The United States has announced plans to explore expanded cooperation with Pakistan in the critical minerals and hydrocarbons sectors. In a statement marking Pakistan’s Independence Day, Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted a renewed focus on economic partnerships designed to strengthen trade ties and investment opportunities between the two countries. U.S. engagement aims to identify … Read more

A major change in U.S. equity market structure has taken place: off-exchange trading now represents the majority of traded volume. In January, off-exchange venues accounted for 51.8% of reported volume, marking the fifth consecutive monthly record and signaling a lasting shift away from public exchanges. This evolution reflects a movement of activity into dark pools … Read more

Gold prices nudged higher on Wednesday, rising 0.2% to $3,039.38 per ounce after reaching an intraday record of $3,045.24. This move represents the 15th record high for the metal so far this year as investors increasingly seek gold’s relative safety amid a variety of geopolitical and economic uncertainties. Several factors are driving demand. Concerns over … Read more