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Gold hits two-month low as fresh US-Iran strikes fuel inflation fears, hurt peace hopes

Gold prices fell to a two-month low on Thursday. This happened after new U.S. strikes in Iran boosted the dollar and oil prices. Concerns about inflation and interest rates increased. Spot gold dropped to $4,406.81 per ounce. Other precious metals also saw declines. Investors are now watching U.S. economic data…

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Stocks retreat from record highs as Gulf tensions flare

News of fresh US military strikes in Iran has taken the steam out of the tech-driven bull run in Asia, while oil prices have rebounded.

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Gold eases as US-Iran tensions cloud interest rate outlook

Gold prices dipped as escalating U.S.-Iran tensions fueled oil price surges, sparking inflation worries and casting a shadow over the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. Investors are now keenly awaiting crucial U.S. economic data for further policy direction. Meanwhile, other precious metals like silver, platinum, and palladium also experienced declines.

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Stocks Settle Mixed on Conflicting US-Iran Signals

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed up +0.02%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.36%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.09%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.04%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Fed's Cook says she is prepared to raise rates if inflation doesn't ease

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook signaled support for keeping US interest rates steady, citing mixed economic risks from tariffs, the Iran war, and rising AI investment. She warned inflation is trending higher due to energy costs and wage pressures but said the labor market remains stable with no immediate need…

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Employees using AI are working faster, but the economy isn't more efficient. A look at what happened in the pre-Internet era might explain why

The U.S. might be in the early days of a productivity boom without even knowing it.

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Why are gold and silver prices down sharply today and will precious metals continue to fall or rise again? Gold hits two-month low as inflation fears rise

Why are gold and silver prices down sharply today and will precious metals continue to fall or rise again? Gold prices dropped to a two-month low after investors reacted to inflation concerns, rising oil prices, and expectations of interest rate hikes by the US Federal Reserve. Silver prices also declined…

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The Ghosts of 1987 Appear: Kevin Warsh, Alan Greenspan, and How to Invest Safely Under a New Fed Chair

When a new Fed chair takes office at the White House amidst rising inflation, a bleeding bond market, and a speculative stock mania, the ghosts of 1987 aren’t just a curiosity. They are spirits to fear.

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Stocks Mixed Awaiting Fresh Iran News

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.07%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.54%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.44%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.07%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Wall Street posts record closing highs, AI rally pauses

The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq have notched record closing highs as healthcare and consumer stocks rose and investors kept a close eye on US-Iran peace talks.

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30-year treasury yield bond, 10-year ‌treasury yield note fall big today: Check two-year U.S. Treasury yield rate

U.S. Treasury is due to hold an auction of 5-year notes in the afternoon while investors await Thursday's releases of key economic data on inflation.

The Economic Times

Dollar Falls as Crude Oil Retreats

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.11%. The dollar is under pressure today amid a -4% plunge in crude oil prices to a 5-week low, which lowers inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to ease monetary policy, a negative factor for the dollar. Also, today’s rally...

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Stocks Pressured by Weakness in Energy Producers and Cybersecurity Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.05%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.23%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.15%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.05%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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The only jobs giving out pay raises right now are in construction, mining, and public administration, the New York Fed finds

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Stock Index Futures Climb on AI Optimism and U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Hopes

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.36%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.56% this morning as optimism surrounding artificial intelligence and hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal boosted sentiment.

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Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says

Former Fed executive Donald Kohn warned that political pressures on central bank independence are likely to increase. Public dissatisfaction over supply-shock inflation may lead politicians to blame central banks, even as their independence becomes more crucial for disciplined policy. Kohn advised central banks to protect their autonomy through clear communication…

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US Market: Fed, FDIC push leaner, risk-focused bank supervision

US financial regulators are enacting significant changes to bank oversight, moving away from detailed paperwork towards focusing on "material financial risks." This overhaul, the most substantial since the 2008 crisis, aims to streamline supervision by reducing reliance on subjective metrics like reputational risk and limiting the use of confidential directives…

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Silver gains Rs 2,000/kg, gold at Rs 1.58 lakh/10 gms on weak dollar, Iran war peace deal hopes. Key levels to watch

Gold and silver prices on MCX opened slightly higher on Wednesday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and investor focus on U.S.-Iran peace talks and the Federal Reserve’s future policy direction.

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Gold edges higher on weaker dollar; focus on US-Iran talks, Fed outlook

Gold prices edged higher on Wednesday, buoyed by a weaker dollar as investors awaited developments in U.S.-Iran peace talks. Market participants are also closely monitoring U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers' remarks and upcoming PCE data for insights into future monetary policy, while consumer confidence eased amid inflation concerns.

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Stocks Finish Mostly Higher on Iran Peace Progress

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up +0.61%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.23%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.76%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.61%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Climb to Record Highs on Tech Stock Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.81%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.10%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.74%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.77%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Jump on US-Iran Peace Optimism

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.72%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.31%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.42%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.62%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as U.S.-Iran Peace Hopes Hold, PCE Inflation Data and Fed Speak Awaited

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.67%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +1.03% this morning as investors remained hopeful that the latest U.S. strikes on Iran would not derail talks to end the Middle East conflict.

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UBS sets $5,600 target for gold in 2026, but says the easy money may already have been made

Gold's strong performance continues. UBS sees a structural shift driving gold as a core portfolio asset. This trend is expected to persist despite current market challenges. Investors are advised to be patient for the next upward move. Silver may outperform gold. The gold bull run is in its later stages…

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US Stock Market: Bond yields drop after Trump signals progress in Iran talks

Treasury yields declined as optimism around a US-Iran agreement boosted demand for government bonds. Softer oil prices eased inflation concerns, reducing pressure on the Federal Reserve to maintain aggressive monetary policy. However, market caution persisted following reports of US and Israeli strikes on Iranian vessels.

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