Stocks end lower on Middle East tensions and skepticism over US-China trade deal, with most sectors declining. Economic data shows lower than expected inflation. Asia markets also down, led by losses in Japan and Australia. European stocks also lower, while oil and metal prices rise due to safe-haven demand. US futures and dollar decline.
US markets closed mixed, with modest gains in S&P and Nasdaq while Dow was flat due to losses in McDonald's and Travelers. Economic data showed increase in wholesale inventories and drop in inflation expectations. Asian markets mostly up, Europe mostly down.
Economist Peter Schiff remained skeptical about Bitcoin’s (CRYPTO: BTC) surge past $110,000 Monday, insisting that he will eventually be proven right about the apex cryptocurrency’s downfall.
Global gold supply is expected to grow by 1% in 2025, according to Metal Focus. The precious metals consultancy is expecting this growth from fresh gains in mine production.
U.S. markets close higher despite Trump's tariff threats. ISM PMI falls, construction spending drops. Dow up 0.08%, S&P 500 gains 0.41%, Nasdaq rises 0.67%.
Veteran investor, Arthur Richards Rule IV, better known as Rick Rule, is the latest expert to sound the alarm on the long-term stability of the U.S. Dollar, warning that decades of unchecked federal spending and unfunded liabilities could erode the greenback's purchasing power over the next decade.
Shares of gold-related equities, including Barrick Mining Corp (NYSE:B), U.S. Gold Corp (NASDAQ:USAU) and Newmont Corp (NYSE:NEM) are rallying on Monday as mounting trade tensions and geopolitical instability drive investors toward safe-haven assets.
