Gold Hits Record Highs as Trump Issues Iran Ultimatum; AI Investment Surges

Key TakeawaysGold prices surged past the $5,000 mark, retesting record highs as President Trump issued a 15-day ultimatum to Iran, warning of "really bad" consequences if a nuclear deal is not reached.U.S. information-processing equipment spending skyrocketed 36.1%, driven by massive outlays for computers and communications equipment as the AI investment cycle accelerates into 2026.Boeing (BA) secured nearly $37 billion in aircraft orders from Vietnamese airlines following a high-profile meeting where Trump ...