Emerging Markets

On Friday, June 27, U.S. markets closed higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record highs amid optimism over trade deals and expected Fed rate cuts. Despite U.S.-Canada tensions, investor momentum remained strong, particularly in tech stocks. Economic data showed mixed signals, but...

On Thursday, June 26, U.S. markets closed higher as easing geopolitical tensions and supportive economic data boosted hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts this year. Major indexes advanced in a broad rally, edging the S&P 500 and Nasdaq closer to record highs. Bank stocks led gains after a...

Platinum is staging a spectacular rally this year, rising more than 30% in June alone and hitting $1,390 per ounce—its highest level since September 2014—putting it on track for its best monthly performance since 1986. The precious metal, closely tracked by the GraniteShares Platinum Shares ETF (...

On Wednesday, June 25, U.S. markets closed mixed, with the Nasdaq lifted by tech shares while the S&P 500 remained flat. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s second day of congressional testimony reiterated the central bank’s wait-and-see approach to rate cuts. Nvidia’s market value...

As U.S. Treasuries wobble under the weight of budget deficits and rate uncertainty, emerging market debt is quietly staging a comeback — offering higher real yields, currency resilience, and inflation breathing room. Investors accustomed to reflexively retreating to Treasuries in times of...

On Tuesday, June 24, U.S. markets closed higher as investors responded positively to a ceasefire between Israel and Iran and awaited signals from the Federal Reserve. The Nasdaq 100 reached a record close, and the S&P 500 neared its previous peak. Tech shares led the rally, while energy stocks...

Anthony Pompliano's ProCap BTC, LLC purchased 3,724 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) within 24 hours of announcing a $1 billion business combination and over $750 million in fundraising, according to a press release on Tuesday. The Bitcoin was acquired at a time-weighted average price (TWAP) of $103,785 per...

On Monday, June 23, U.S. markets closed higher as investors were relieved by Iran’s measured response to American airstrikes, easing fears of wider conflict. The major indexes ended higher, while oil prices plunged sharply after traders bet that global crude supplies would remain stable....

On Friday, June 20, U.S. markets closed mixed amid heightened Iran-Israel tensions and uncertainty over possible U.S. involvement. Choppy trading, triple-witching volume, and inflation concerns weighed on sentiment. While the S&P dipped, the Nasdaq gained for the week. Tech megacaps dragged...

The clean industrial transition is on a positive trajectory, but still requires considerable funding to reach its full potential – the latest report by the Mission Possible Partnership (MPP) shows. While facing headwinds like geopolitical risks and commodity volatility, eight projects reached Final...

Mali's Bamako Commercial Court on Monday placed the Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex, one of Barrick Mining's (NYSE:B) largest assets, into state control for six months. After a prolonged standoff over taxation, Mali appointed former health minister Suomana Makadji as provisional administrator. "Justice...

On Monday, June 16, U.S. markets ended higher on hopes of easing tensions between Israel and Iran, which drove oil prices lower, easing inflation concerns. Hopes for a ceasefire and Iran’s diplomatic outreach lifted investor sentiment. Tech and communication stocks led gains, while utilities...

On Friday, June 13, U.S. markets ended sharply lower as escalating Iran-Israel tensions rattled global markets. Oil prices jumped on fears of supply disruption, boosting energy and defense stocks, while airlines tumbled on rising fuel concerns. Most sectors in the S&P 500 declined, led by...

The World Bank has lifted its ban on funding nuclear energy projects in developing countries. Its president, Ajay Banga, announced the decision on Wednesday, opening the door to financing a sector increasingly seen as a solution to meeting demand for reliable, low-emission energy. "While the issues...

Rising Middle East tensions and President Donald Trump’s threats to Iran are flaring uncertainty in the global and U.S. markets. As a result, money is flowing from equities to safe-haven assets like gold. Also, the crude oil price is soaring as rising conflict threatens OPEC crude supply....