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Safe-haven rush lifts gold and silver to record highs amid US–China strain

Gold and silver surged to record highs on Friday as mounting credit concerns in the U.S. banking sector and renewed tensions between Washington and Beijing reignited investor demand for havens. Bullion briefly reached $4,379 an ounce — its highest level ever — while silver shattered its four-decade ceiling to touch $54.38. The rally gained momentum on expectations of a major Federal Reserve rate cut before year-end, reflecting growing unease over financial stability and geopolitical risk.

17 Oct 2025, 07:15

Fed’s Beige Book: Slower growth fuels expectations of fresh easing

The Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book paints a subdued picture of the U.S. economy, reinforcing expectations that policymakers will continue cutting rates in the months ahead. Despite the ongoing government shutdown limiting official data, the Fed’s regional survey suggests that business activity has stalled, labor demand remains muted, and inflation pressures are being absorbed by profit margins. With Chair Jerome Powell signaling concern over hiring and Fed officials calling for a faster mo

16 Oct 2025, 07:08

Powell suggests new Fed cut as job market softens

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that the U.S. central bank remains on course to deliver another quarter-point rate cut later this month, even as a prolonged government shutdown obscures key economic data. Speaking at the National Association for Business Economics conference, Powell acknowledged that hiring momentum has weakened and cautioned that further declines in job openings could soon translate into higher unemployment.

15 Oct 2025, 06:23

Silver surges past historical highs with parallels to the Hunt Brothers’ market saga

After forty-five years, silver has broken through its all-time high, surpassing levels not seen since the Hunt brothers’ legendary 1980 squeeze. Spot prices in London vaulted above $53.40 per ounce this week as liquidity strains in the bullion market triggered a scramble among traders and arbitrageurs.

14 Oct 2025, 07:46

Trump hints at China trade deal as markets feel tariff strain

President Donald Trump’s administration is signaling a possible path toward renewed trade dialogue with Beijing after a week of escalating tariff threats and market volatility. While the White House insists it retains leverage over China, officials have begun hinting at compromise ahead of the Nov. 1 tariff deadline.

13 Oct 2025, 07:13

Runoff strategy sparks new debate within the Fed

Federal Reserve officials remain divided over how far to continue shrinking the central bank’s $7 trillion balance sheet, according to minutes from the September policy meeting. While several participants stressed the need to keep monitoring money-market liquidity and bank-reserve levels, others favored pushing the runoff further to minimize the Fed’s footprint in financial markets.

9 Oct 2025, 06:26

BOJ’s political test deepens after Takaichi’s win

The Bank of Japan faces a tougher political environment after ruling party leader Sanae Takaichi’s victory, raising questions about whether Governor Kazuo Ueda can proceed with another rate increase without jeopardizing the central bank’s independence. Markets had been preparing for an October hike following stronger data and hawkish signals, but expectations collapsed after Takaichi — a known critic of higher rates — secured her win.

8 Oct 2025, 06:55

Shutdown turmoil sets stage for Fed’s next rate cuts

The prospect of a prolonged U.S. government shutdown is reshaping expectations for monetary policy, with markets now convinced the Federal Reserve will continue lowering rates. Investors have fully priced in a quarter-point cut in October and see strong odds of another in December. The political stalemate in Washington adds fresh risks to an already fragile labor market, tilting the balance toward caution at the Fed.

2 Oct 2025, 09:21

Why this US shutdown could carry bigger risks for markets

Government shutdowns usually dent growth briefly and then fade. But with funding set to lapse and officials warning of furloughs—and even potential layoffs—this episode could be more disruptive. The immediate risks: delayed economic data (jobs, inflation), a “data vacuum” for the Fed and businesses, and a fragile labor market that’s already losing momentum. Historically, stocks have shrugged off shutdowns; this time, prolonged disruption or permanent job cuts could turn a routine hiccup into a b

1 Oct 2025, 12:51

Gold records fresh gains as US shutdown fears pressure dollar and data outlook

Gold surged to a fresh record above $3,865/oz while Treasuries held gains, as mounting odds of a US government shutdown threatened to delay high-impact economic releases that guide Federal Reserve policy.

30 Sep 2025, 07:35