Markets Enter Caution Mode: China, Precious Metals, and Bitcoin
Asia-Pacific markets were mixed ahead of the release of Chinese factory activity data for January. In Japan, the Nikkei 225…
Regional War Threats Emerge, Nuclear Negotiations at Stake
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned of the potential for a “regional war” if Iran is attacked, amid rising tensions…
Iran Heats Up, Safe Havens Rush
Gold prices strengthened in this morning’s Asian session, as US-Iran tensions persist. Investors are once again in “safe haven” mode…
Nikkei Weakens, Topix Rises—Japanese Markets “Different Directions”
Japanese stocks traded mixed today. The Nikkei 225 index fell 0.2% to 53,256.62 due to pressure from electronics stocks, while…
Gold Breaks $5,500, Market Flees from Dollar & Bonds
Gold prices are once again causing a stir after surging to a new record above $5,500 per ounce, extending a…
Nikkei Green, But Japanese Markets Remain in a “Tug of War”
The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.6% to 53,698.24 in the latest trading session. The gains were supported by financial and…
Gold Steps Up, Welcome $5,200!
Gold just hit a new record after breaking through $5,202. The movement feels “sharp” because the market is entering defensive…
Hong Kong Stocks Extend Rally
Shares in Hong Kong surged 440 points, or 1.6%, to 27,564 in early Wednesday trading, increasing for a sixth session…
Australia Inflation Rate Above Forecasts
Australia’s annual inflation accelerated to 3.8% in December 2025 from 3.4% in November, which was the lowest in three months,…
Gold Regains Above $5,000, Traders Choose to “Buy the Dip”
Gold continued its rally and held above $5,000/oz for a second day, as a weaker dollar extended the safe-haven rally.…