Key Takeaways Silver trades at $70.38 on June 15, 2026 — up 3.45%, outperforming gold (+2.95%), after a US‑Iran ceasefire reduced oil-driven inflation pressure [LBMA spot price, June 15, 2026]. The structural case remains intact — and may be stronger than in January — six consecutive supply deficits totaling roughly 762 million cumulative ounces through … Read more
China’s gold market rallied in April 2025, extending a run of monthly gains to five consecutive months. Chinese gold exchange-traded funds enjoyed a record month, adding 65 tonnes of holdings—about US$6.8 billion in value. The Shanghai Benchmark Gold Price climbed 6.9% for the month, while the LBMA Gold Price rose roughly 6%. Wholesale demand strengthened … Read more
Gold prices saw notable volatility on Thursday, briefly falling to $3,120 per ounce before recovering by more than $100 later in the session. The swing reflected two opposing forces: easing U.S. trade tensions reduced demand for safe-haven assets, while weaker-than-expected U.S. inflation data increased expectations for future interest-rate cuts, supporting bullion. Thu Lan Nguyen, an … Read more
Gold traded modestly higher at $3,351 per ounce as investors balanced mixed signals about the US economy and the Federal Reserve’s policy path. Stronger-than-expected economic indicators — including the lowest jobless claims since mid‑April and rising June retail sales — have eased fears of a recession but also reduced market expectations for near‑term rate cuts. … Read more
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge showed only modest price increases in April, as the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index rose by just 0.1% for the month. That monthly result lowered the annual PCE inflation rate to 2.1%, the weakest reading so far in 2025 and very near the Fed’s 2% objective. Core PCE, which … Read more
Chinese state media report that the US government has quietly contacted Beijing to discuss tariff negotiations, a move that appears to contradict public statements from US officials. These reports suggest ongoing behind-the-scenes communication despite strong rhetoric in Washington. Publicly, former President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Jacob Bessent (note: ensure correct current officials) have insisted … Read more
🌆 Evening News Nuggets | Today’s top stories for gold and silver investors April 7th, 2026 | Brandon Sauerwein, Editor Gold, silver, stagflation, and geopolitical risk intersected today. Below is a concise, market-focused summary of how the Iran deadline, oil above $100, and a JPMorgan buy call could shape precious-metals portfolios. Trump Weighs 2-Week Extension as Iran Deadline Hits 8PM … Read more
Gold surged roughly 65% in 2025, marking its strongest annual advance in decades. After a pullback to about $4,400 per ounce, many investors are asking: is the bull market over or is this a buying opportunity? UBS—one of the world’s largest and most respected financial institutions—argues it’s a buying opportunity. The Swiss bank’s base forecast … Read more
Key Takeaways On May 22, 2026, gold fell about 0.51% amid Iran peace optimism. In past cycles a similar geopolitical relief would have pushed it down 2–3%. The market’s downside appears structurally higher now. The Congressional Budget Office estimates the “One Big Beautiful Bill” adds roughly $3.4 trillion to U.S. debt over ten years, excluding … Read more
In a speech delivered Monday in Seoul, South Korea, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller expressed cautious optimism that interest rates could be lowered later this year, despite the inflationary risks posed by new tariffs announced by the Trump administration. Waller urged monetary policymakers to “look through” temporary price increases that stem from tariff actions when … Read more