Plus, Mackenzie Sagalas is [music] watching the volatility in crypto. Jar Jabosa is here with what is driving the moves in Uber and Lyft. Mac [music] to you first and crypto.>> Scott, Bitcoin and altcoins like XRP and Salana are in the red. Ether slipping below that 3K mark and Bitcoin trading under 89,000. It's about 30% off its October all-time high.Spot bitcoin ETFs still aren't offering much support. Institutional flows remain soft. And even with the Fed now cutting rates, risk appetite is cautious in t ...

Plus, Mackenzie Sagalas is [music] watching the volatility in crypto. Jar Jabosa is here with what is driving the moves in Uber and Lyft. Mac [music] to you first and crypto.>> Scott, Bitcoin and altcoins like XRP and Salana are in the red. Ether slipping below that 3K mark and Bitcoin trading under 89,000. It's about 30% off its October all-time high.Spot bitcoin ETFs still aren't offering much support. Institutional flows remain soft. And even with the Fed now cutting rates, risk appetite is cautious in t ...

Gold and silver prices rose to record highs in early trading on Monday, spurred on by a confluence of a few different political events and economic factors, including tensions over the U.S. seizing of possibly another oil tanker from Venezuela, speculation of future Federal Reserve rate cuts, overall economy insecurity, and bets on U.S. monetary policy in 2026. In addition, there is the issue of increasing U.S. debt and increasing demands of AI. "The continued strength in gold is part of the so-called 'deba ...

The price of gold rose to $4,462.10 per troy ounce on the COMEX futures market today, setting a new record high for the precious metal. Gold has now risen 69% year to date, far outpacing the S&P 500, which is up 17%.It’s no secret what’s driving gold: political chaos, cheap money, and the collapse of Bitcoin have all underlined gold’s status as a safe haven in a time of trouble.The U.S. was pursuing a third Venezuelan oil tanker today in hopes of impounding it, as part of President Trump’s push to destabil ...

Gold prices rise as investors weigh expectations of looser U.S. monetary policy next year and persistent geopolitical risks."The metal benefited from expectations of additional interest rate cuts in 2026 following the Federal Reserve's recent rate reduction and a less hawkish tone than expected from Fed Chair Jerome Powell," says Christopher Tahir from Exness.Meanwhile, uncertainty surrounding peace talks in Eastern Europe, along with tensions in the Middle East and Latin America, have further reinforced go ...

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 3, 2025 / Gold has always been sold as the ultimate certainty. The safe haven. ...

Market Sentiment and Performance - The US Senate's deal to end the government shutdown, the longest in history, positively influenced market sentiment in Australia, with the XJO index rising by 0.60% to 8,824 points [1] - US futures showed an upward trend during the Australian session, with the NASDAQ increasing by 300 points or 1.2%, indicating a potential pause in AI valuation concerns [4][6] Sector Performance - On the ASX, the Information Technology sector led gains on Monday, rising by 2%, followed by energy and materials sectors, while consumer staples and real estate lagged [9][11] - Droneshield faced negative market reaction after retracting a statement about new contracts worth $7 million, while ANZ's earnings were positively received despite a decline in key profit metrics [11] Company-Specific Developments - Downer EDI secured a $750 million contract from Chevron for maintaining non-process infrastructure at Gorgon and Wheatstone in Western Australia [11] - Rare earths stocks experienced a surge, potentially linked to reports suggesting that China's REE deal with the US may not be as trade-friendly as anticipated [12] Commodity and Trade Insights - The price of gold is hovering above US$4,000, indicating ongoing uncertainty in the market and sustained demand for safe-haven assets [14] - China has reportedly suspended export restrictions on antimony and other critical mineral exports to the US, with Larvotto shares rising by 8% amid speculation about the impact of these suspensions [13]

Core Insights - The strong performance of gold is primarily driven by rising investment demand, particularly from institutional buying and gold-backed ETFs, alongside individual purchases of gold bars and coins [1][5] - Central banks continue to support gold demand, accounting for approximately 20% of global demand, although their purchasing rate has slowed compared to record levels in 2022 [2][13] - Jewelry demand has declined in volume due to higher prices, confirming that investment demand is the main driver of the gold market [3] Investment Demand - Investment demand for gold in the Middle East grew by 4% in the first half of 2025, while jewelry demand declined due to elevated gold prices [6] - Gold-backed ETFs experienced a 6.1% increase in total assets during Q3 2025, equivalent to around 222 tons, with a total increase of 20% since the beginning of the year [5] Geopolitical and Economic Factors - Rising geopolitical and economic turbulence, including regional tensions and inflationary pressures, are influencing gold prices, enhancing its appeal as a safe haven [6][7] - The correlation between the Global Geopolitical Risk Index and gold prices indicates that a 100-basis-point rise in the index typically corresponds to a 2.5% increase in gold prices [9] Market Dynamics - Recent sharp increases in gold prices are largely attributed to tactical activities from hedge funds and speculative investors, which may lead to short-term price corrections [10] - The valuation of gold serves as a diversification tool and store of value, showing an inverse relationship with stock markets during downturns [11] Central Bank Trends - Central banks are expected to remain active players in the gold market, with a survey indicating expectations for global gold reserves to continue increasing [13] - The World Gold Council has adjusted its forecast for central bank demand downward due to soaring prices but raised expectations for investment demand [14] Future Outlook - The future direction of US interest rates is crucial for investors, with the Federal Reserve's fiscal policy expected to shape the global trajectory of gold prices [15]

Core Insights - Gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are witnessing unprecedented demand, with SPDR Gold Shares ETF recording its second-highest trading volume of $12.5 billion on October 9, indicating a significant surge in investor interest in gold [1][2] - Gold prices have surged nearly 57% over the past year, recently surpassing the $4,000 per ounce threshold and approaching an all-time high of $4,179.71 [2][3] - Central banks are increasingly accumulating gold and silver, with foreign investors now holding more gold than U.S. Treasuries, reflecting a fundamental shift in global safe haven preferences [4][5][6] Trading Volume and Market Dynamics - The trading activity of the SPDR Gold Shares ETF has outpaced that of most major tech stocks, indicating a significant rotation of capital within financial markets [2] - The robust performance of gold and silver is dramatically outperforming traditional equities, with silver prices up 68% in 2025 [3] Institutional and Global Trends - Central banks are actively accumulating silver for the first time in over five decades, with notable purchases such as the Saudi Central Bank acquiring $28.5 million worth in August [4] - The share of U.S. Treasuries held by foreign entities has decreased from 49% in 2013 to 31% today, indicating a re-evaluation of global safe havens [5] Price Action and ETF Performance - As of the publication date, gold prices were $4,108.05 per ounce, having gained 54.89% over the year and 28.02% over the last six months [7] - Various gold ETFs have shown strong year-to-date and one-year performance, with Franklin Responsibly Sourced Gold ETF leading at 55.00% YTD [8]

Meanwhile, the New York Federal Reserve revealing this morning the amount of US treasuries held by global central banks hit its lowest in more than a decade. The drop of about $130 billion just since August, raising fears that global ddollarization is accelerating. For more, let's bring in BK Asset Management, managing director of FX Strategy, Kathy Lean.Kathy, great to have you with us. It's not just this drop held in treasuries held at the New York Federal uh Reserve Bank, but it's also the rise in gold. ...