Gold Prices Recover Despite Gold ETF Outflow – The Wall Street Journal

Gold prices have unexpectedly bounced back following a steep plunge, even as investors pull money out of gold-backed ETFs. Multiple sources note a tumultuous period marked by a large sell-off, yet the metal persists in showing signs of resilience.

Investors Fear the Return of the U.S.-China Trade War – The New York Times

Global investors are keeping a close watch on newly inflamed U.S.-China tensions, fearing a resurgence of damaging trade conflicts. Despite these concerns, markets have managed intermittent rebounds, and gold continues its ascent to record highs.

3 Millionaire-Maker Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks

A recent article spotlights three Artificial Intelligence stocks that promise both massive returns and significant risks. Despite the volatility, the potential upside for each is described as enormous, making them intriguing options for daring investors.

Political Chaos In Japan: LDP Partner Exits Ruling Coalition In Shock Blow To Takaichi, What Happens Next

Komeito’s abrupt withdrawal from its long-standing partnership with the Liberal Democratic Party sends shockwaves through Japan’s political landscape. Newly elected LDP leader Sanae Takaichi, poised to become the nation’s first female prime minister, now faces an uphill battle to secure support in a fractured parliament.

Political Chaos In Japan: LDP Partner Exits Ruling Coalition In Shock Blow To Takaichi, What Happens Next

The Best Way To Protect Yourself From an AI Bubble: Own It.

As AI continues to reshape the technology sector, a Barron’s report suggests that the key to navigating concerns about a possible market bubble lies in direct ownership. While the full text remains behind a paywall, the premise is clear: owning AI may safeguard against future volatility.

Should you rethink your retirement funds ahead of a potential AI crash?

Some of AI’s most influential figures, including Sam Altman, believe AI stocks may be overpriced. Investors and retirees alike are pondering whether to adjust their retirement portfolios in light of these warnings.

Developers say on-again, off-again tariffs are making it difficult to predict prices and kick off projects

In a climate of shifting tariff policies, real estate developers find it nearly impossible to pin down project costs. With prices changing as often as several times a week, many worry that deals will stall or collapse under the weight of uncertainty.

Developers say on-again, off-again tariffs are making it difficult to predict prices and kick off projects

Contrasting SBC Medical Group (SBC) & Its Peers

SBC Medical Group has a 1.27 beta, signaling that it is more volatile than the S&P 500. Meanwhile, its peers show even greater market swings, with a beta of 1.63, indicating a higher risk-and-reward profile for investors.

“So, what do you think is going to happen after the FOMC meeting?”

A single Federal Reserve meeting can spark major market swings. But for many investors, the bigger question isn’t “What happens next?”—it’s “How do I prepare for any outcome?”

“So, what do you think is going to happen after the FOMC meeting?”

US stocks fall as Wall Street questions whether the US job market has slowed by enough or too much

U.S. stocks are retreating as investors worry over mixed signals from the job market. The crux of the debate is whether hiring has slowed enough to spark a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut or too much, raising the specter of a recession.

US stocks fall as Wall Street questions whether the US job market has slowed by enough or too much