Inside India newsletter: Gold loans are thriving in India — and attracting global investors

Indian households own nearly 34,000 tons of gold worth about $5 trillion. Global PE firm Bain Capital got RBI approval to buy up to 41.7% stake in Manappuram Finance, India's second‑largest gold loan provider, in February.

CNBC • 3 hours ago

Gold And Silver Prices Hit One-Month Lows—Here's Why Iran War Isn't Raising Metals Prices

Though gold and silver prices typically rise in price during periods of international conflict, neither metal has made gains throughout the nearly three-week war in Iran. Analysts from Sucden Financial said Wednesday metals prices are trading “in negative correlation with oil” as oil and energy prices surge.

Forbes • 14 hours ago

Gold IRA fees explained (spreads, storage, custodians) — what's normal?

The difference between a 2% and a 33% markup will bleed a retirement fund fast.

New York Post • 10 hours ago

Some Experts See More Gains for Gold Ahead—but Others Warn of an ‘Overcrowded' Trade

Gold is one of the-best performing financial assets of the past year. Despite a recent cooling, some analysts say to expect more of the same.

Investopedia • 15 hours ago

Ramsdens lifts profit forecast as gold price surge boosts earnings

Ramsdens Holdings PLC (AIM:RFX) has upgraded its full-year profit forecast for the second time this year after a surge in the gold price drove bumper returns from its precious metals division. The operator of a chain of pawnbroking, currency exchange and jewellery businesses said it now expects profit before tax for the year to September 2026 to be at least £24 million and potentially as high as £28 million, well above the previous analyst consensus of £21.1 million.

Proactive Investors • a day ago

How the Iran war is squeezing metals markets and key industries

The war in Iran is hitting the metals and mining sector, sending shockwaves through energy markets and stoking inflation fears. Artem Volynets, CEO of ACG Metals, breaks down what's driving prices across key metals and commodities and says he sees further upside in gold and copper but questions whether aluminium can hold on to its recent multi‑year highs.

CNBC International TV • 15 hours ago

Does This 1 New Trend Mean You Should Sell Gold and Buy Bitcoin Right Now?

Money has flowed out of gold funds recently. And money has flowed into Bitcoin funds since then.

The Motley Fool • a day ago

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Dives 2% As Oil Prices Test New Highs

Silver and platinum have also found themselves under strong pressure.

FXEmpire • 13 hours ago

Gold Price Analysis – Gold Drops Ahead of Fed Decision

The gold market has broken below the $5,000 level early on Wednesday as we wait for the long parade of central bank decisions.

FXEmpire • 16 hours ago

Gold (XAUUSD) Price Forecast: Gold Price Direction Set by 50-Day MA, Powell Remarks

Gold price holds near 50-day MA as traders await Powell's press conference. Gold market direction hinges on Fed guidance and geopolitical risks.

FXEmpire • 20 hours ago