Bitcoin surged past the $120,000 mark for the first time in its history, driven by a mix of investor optimism, strong exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows, and renewed hopes for clearer U.S. crypto regulation. The price breakout coincides with a high-profile week in Washington often referred to as “Crypto Week,” during which members of the U.S. … Read more

The U.S. economic outlook for 2025 is sending mixed and sometimes contradictory signals about the likelihood of a recession. On one hand, several conventional warning signs have emerged: gross domestic product fell by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2025, consumer spending has slowed, and renewed tariff policies under the current administration have contributed upward … Read more

Gold hit an all-time high of $5,595 per ounce on January 28, 2026. By mid-April it had retreated to about $4,724 — a pullback near 15%. For investors watching from the sidelines, the idea of gold dip buying — entering positions after a correction with a multi-year horizon — is back in focus. But “prices … Read more

U.S. Treasury bonds slipped on Monday as investors reacted to renewed uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s tariff policy. The markets are sensitive to trade tensions, and recent moves and rhetoric have increased concern about how trade policy might affect economic growth and inflation. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.44% during trading, reflecting weaker … Read more

Gold prices slipped on Thursday as the U.S. dollar strengthened after President Trump said he does not intend to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The clarification eased investor fears that had fueled a brief rally earlier in the day, when reports suggested Trump might replace Powell. Spot gold retreated about 0.5% to $3,330.21, while … Read more

Gold prices rose sharply on Thursday, climbing to $3,385.27 per ounce (an increase of 0.9%) as investors reacted to two significant global developments that boosted demand for safe-haven assets. First, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensified after reports that Israel was preparing possible military action against Iran. These reports coincided with partial evacuations of … Read more

Gold surged on Friday, rising 1.7% to $3,227.39 per ounce and briefly touching an intraday record of $3,237.56. The rally pushed bullion above the psychological $3,200 level, marking weekly gains of more than 6% and bringing year-to-date returns close to 21%. Several macroeconomic and geopolitical factors have driven the jump in prices. Tensions between the … Read more

Greenlight Capital’s fourth-quarter letter outlines a cautious outlook on current market valuations and explains why the firm limited exposure to the technology stocks that powered much of 2023’s gains. The hedge fund, which reported a 7% return for the past year, highlighted concern over Apple’s valuation rising while revenue growth remained muted. The letter argues … Read more

High-stakes trade negotiations between the European Union and the United States have reached a decisive phase as an Aug. 1 deadline set by President Trump approaches. The administration has warned it may impose a 30% tariff on a wide range of EU exports if no agreement is reached. Although talks continue and negotiators remain engaged, … Read more

Gold and silver market update — May 4, 2026 In today’s update: Stagflation, Warsh, gold, silver — 2026 just handed investors five signals at once. ISM Prices Paid reached 84.6, a Fed chair decision is days away, and AI’s $725B capex surge is driving silver’s sixth straight supply deficit. Below is a clear, concise look … Read more