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Gold has reached a record inflation-adjusted high in September 2025, with analysts forecasting prices above $4,000 by year-end. The rally is driven by economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and central bank buying, making gold a key safe haven asset amid rising inflation and interest rate cuts.
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Silver prices have risen sharply this year, gaining 70% due to supply constraints and increased investor demand. Gold has also surged, driven by geopolitical uncertainty and central bank buying. Market liquidity for silver has dried up, raising concerns about future stability and the role of precious metals in global reserves.
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Hong Kong's stock exchange is experiencing a surge in listings, with over 300 companies in the pipeline, driven by Chinese tech firms expanding globally. Despite geopolitical tensions, the market has seen record fundraising and index gains, positioning HKEX for a strong year ahead.
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Gold prices surged to record highs above $4,380 per ounce in October 2025, driven by geopolitical tensions, inflation fears, and central bank buying. Since then, prices have corrected sharply, falling about 8% from the peak amid profit-taking and a stronger US dollar. Despite the pullback, gold remains up 50% year-to-date, with demand shifting among investors and jewelers adapting to higher costs.
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Iranians are increasingly buying gold, silver, diamonds, cryptocurrencies, and other assets as economic sanctions, regional tensions, and currency depreciation threaten savings. Demand for portable, value-preserving assets has surged, driven by fears of inflation, war, and economic instability, prompting a shift from real estate to precious metals and gemstones.