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Gold Drops Below $4,000 After Sharp Selloff: Experts Urge Investors to Buy

Gold and silver prices have sharply declined due to a stronger US dollar, changing interest rate expectations, and easing geopolitical concerns, with gold falling below $4,000 per ounce.

International Business Times UK

Gen Z graduates are blaming AI for their unemployment woes when they should be looking somewhere else

While AI companies sow anxiety around their technologies, there’s evidence elsewhere of different economic factors actually driving employment challenges.

Fortune

Manappuram Finance, Muthoot Finance, other gold financier stocks drop up to 3%. Here's why

Shares of gold financiers declined as a sharp fall in gold prices and a stronger US dollar weighed on sentiment. Expectations of further US Federal Reserve rate hikes pressured bullion, raising concerns over collateral values and loan demand for gold-backed lenders such as Manappuram Finance, Muthoot Finance and IIFL Finance.

The Economic Times

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US Stock Market: Bessent applauds Fed communication reset, questions dot plot's relevance

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has backed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's push to revamp the Fed's communication strategy, including a review of its widely watched dot plot interest-rate forecasts and forward guidance. Bessent argued that markets have become overly reliant on these projections, which often fail to accurately predict…

The Economic Times

Explained: Why silver prices have crashed 14% this week to hit a 7-month low

Silver has fallen as much as 14% this week, hitting a seven-month low as expectations of US Fed rate cuts fade and bond yields rise. Cooling geopolitical tensions and reduced safe-haven demand have added pressure. The metal is now trading at less than half of its January all-time high levels.

The Economic Times

Gold extends losses on Fed tightening outlook, dollar strength

Gold prices tumbled to a seven-month low on Thursday, nearing $3,985 per ounce, as a robust dollar and anticipation of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes weighed heavily. Traders are factoring in multiple rate increases this year, with a significant chance of a September hike. Investors are now keenly awaiting key…

The Economic Times

Dollar rides high on Fed rate-hike bets

The US dollar is experiencing a significant surge, reaching multi-month highs against major currencies like the euro and yen. This strength is fueled by expectations of a robust US economy, higher interest rates, and a hawkish Federal Reserve stance. Traders are closely watching key inflation data, with the dollar's upward…

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks jump with US futures on Micron outlook

Asian markets surged, mirroring US futures, as Micron Technology's stellar sales forecast reignited AI trade confidence. The chipmaker's shares jumped significantly after projecting robust future demand, easing concerns for regional bourses. This optimism, coupled with falling oil prices, provided much-needed relief. Investors are also watching the dollar's strength and Treasury…

The Economic Times

Dow Holds Gains as Markets Price the AI Boom: Stock Market Today

Whether the questions are technical or fundamental in nature, markets are wondering more and more about this new industrial revolution.

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US stocks: Nasdaq, S&P end lower in volatile session as tech stocks retreat

Tech stocks pulled down the Nasdaq and S&P 500 due to valuation worries and concerns over AI spending, falling crude prices bolstered airlines and travel sectors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, finished higher. Homebuilders also experienced a significant surge. Investors are now keenly awaiting inflation data for clues on…

The Economic Times

Speculation of Tighter Fed Policy Boosts the Dollar and Hammers Gold

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.20%. The dollar added to its week-long surge on Wednesday and posted a new 13-month high. The dollar continues to benefit from carryover support from last Wednesday, when the FOMC’s hawkish stance suggested higher interest rates later this year. The dollar...

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Requiem for Maestro: 5 Lessons From Fed Chair Alan Greenspan

Whether you need to know how to run a central bank or you're forming a jazz band, former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan has answers for you.

Kiplinger

Scott Bessent calls Mamdani 'leader of the Democratic Party,' touts weekly Warsh breakfasts and a new push to put every American in the stock market

"Do you want to keep more of your money?" The Treasury Secretary asked on CNBC. "it's not the fringe Democratic left anymore."

Fortune

Gold futures sink to three-month low as dollar rally batters bullion

India's gold prices hit a three-month low on Wednesday, dropping to Rs 1.44 lakh per 10 grams, as global markets react to a bolstered US dollar and expectations for elevated interest rates. Analysts attribute this slump to signals from the Federal Reserve and a notable downturn in technology stocks. Investors…

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Dollar Rallies and Gold Sinks on the Prospect of Tighter Fed Policy

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.26%. The dollar added to its week-long surge today and posted a new 13-month high. The dollar continues to garner carryover support from last Wednesday, when the FOMC’s hawkish stance projected higher interest rates later this year. The dollar fell back...

The Economic Times

U. S Stock Market today: Alphabet stock price up, Micron Technology, Sandisk, Cerebras Systems share prices jump, FedEx shares drop. Top stocks to follow on Wednesday at Wall Street

U.S. Stock Market indexes S&P 500, Nasdaq were set for a positive opening on Wednesday while Dow Jones may witness volatile trading today.

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Nasdaq Futures Gain After Brutal Tech Selloff, Micron Earnings in Focus

September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.40% this morning as investors bought the dip in technology stocks after a brutal selloff in the previous session.

The Economic Times

Dollar hits 13-month high as rate-hike bets, stock rout boost demand

The US dollar has hit a 13-month peak, fueled by a selloff in tech stocks and growing expectations for interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve. Investors are flocking to safe-haven assets as global stock markets falter. The dollar index has reached its highest level since May 2025, while the…

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Rupee cushioned by central bank hand even as dollar strength dents Asia FX

The Indian rupee defied regional weakness on Wednesday, supported by likely Reserve Bank of India intervention against a strengthening dollar. While Asian peers faltered, the rupee held steady as traders braced for potential US Federal Reserve rate hikes. Concerns over inflation and oil prices are being closely monitored by the…

International Business Times UK

Why Are Nvidia, AMD, and Micron Stocks Falling? AI Valuation Fears and Fed Jitters Explained

Nvidia, AMD, and Micron led a tech sector sell-off as investors reacted to Federal Reserve signals on inflation, raising concerns about prolonged high interest rates and AI stock valuations.

The Economic Times

Why Fed's bubble blind spot is cause for anxiety

New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh may follow Alan Greenspan's approach of not intervening in financial bubbles, a strategy that led to the dot-com and credit crises. While Greenspan defended his actions, there are questions as to if this passive stance is still viable, especially with current market valuations and…

Euronews

Why is gold falling as inflation rises? The inflation hedge myth, explained

Gold is heading for a fourth monthly fall even as US inflation hits a three-year high. Here is why higher rates, not inflation, now drive the gold price.

The Economic Times

Gold prices fall Rs 2,200/10 gms; silver tanks Rs 3,300/kg as rate hike fears outweigh falling oil prices. Key levels to watch

Gold and silver prices fell sharply on MCX on Wednesday as a stronger U.S. dollar and rising expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes dampened sentiment, outweighing support from easing oil prices and the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times

Dollar at 13-month high as rate hike bets, stock rout boost demand

The U.S. dollar surged to a 13-month high, driven by a tech stock sell-off and anticipation of Federal Reserve rate hikes. Investors are flocking to the dollar as a safe haven amid global market jitters. Markets are now pricing in a higher probability of interest rate increases in July and…

The Economic Times

Gold slips as Fed rate-hike expectations buoy dollar

Gold prices dipped on Wednesday, reaching their lowest point since June 11, as a stronger dollar, fueled by anticipated U.S. interest rate hikes, made the precious metal pricier for international buyers. Investors are also weighing mixed signals from U.S.-Iran peace talks, adding to market uncertainty. Meanwhile, Dubai's commodities exchange is…

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