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The Trust holds gold bars and from time to time, issues Baskets in exchange for deposits of gold and distributes gold in connection with redemptions of Baskets. The investment objective of the Trust is for the Shares to reflect the performance of the price of gold bullion, less the Trusts expenses. The Sponsor believes that, for many investors, the Shares represent a cost-effective investment in gold.

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On Monday, February 24, U.S. markets closed mixed as the Nasdaq Composite declined, weighed down by struggling technology stocks amid concerns over AI demand ahead of Nvidia&#8217;s earnings.
The S&amp;P 500 fell for a third consecutive session, while the Dow eked out a slight gain. Market uncertainty deepened due to Microsoft&#8217;s data center cuts and weak economic indicators, heightening fears of slowing growth and persistent inflation.
In economic data, the Dallas Fed&#8217;s Texas manufacturing activity index dropped sharply to -8.3 in February from 14.1 in January, while the Chicago Fed National Activity Index declined to -0.03 in January from a revised 0.18 in December.
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<li>On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 1.44% to 38,225.50, pressured by losses in the Shipbuilding, Paper &amp; Pulp, and Steel sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.68% to 8,251.90, weighed down by weakness in Consumer Discretionary, IT, and Materials stocks.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 edged down 0.12% to 22,526.30, while the Nifty 500 dropped 0.36% to 20,395.20. Gains in Auto, IT, and Consumer Durables stocks were offset by declines in the Metals, Oil and gas, and Real Estate sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite slipped 0.80% to 3,346.04, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 lost 1.11% to close at 3,925.65.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng fell 1.32%, ending at 23,034.02.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.15%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.21%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.10%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.41%</li>
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Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.25% at $70.88/bbl, and Brent was up 0.12% at $74.40/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose for a second day on U.S. sanctions against Iran, tightening supply concerns. Strong global refining margins supported gains, though uncertainty over Chinese demand and upcoming tariffs capped further increases.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.05% to $3.984.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.30% at $2,954.81, Silver was down 0.06% to $32.585, and Copper rose 0.33% to $4.5780.     </li>
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Dow futures were down 0.08%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.19%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.35%.
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Asia Markets Dip While Europe Advance, Gold Retreats - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Gold prices hit an all-time high Monday as President Donald Trump's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43926015/trump-confirms-tariffs-on-canada-mexico-will-take-effect-as-planned">tariff threat</a> sent risk-on markets lower, driving demand for the safe haven asset.
What happened: Spot gold rose to $2,956 per ounce early morning before dipping to $2,937.67 as of this writing. Gold futures on the Commodity Exchange also climbed to an intraday high of 2,970.39 before settling at $2.952.
The yellow metal has gained 12.3% year-to-date and roughly 44% over the last 12 months.&nbsp;
Gold's rise contrasted with that of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), often dubbed the "digital gold" by its advocates, as the apex cryptocurrency slid 4.48% in the last 24 hours. Blue-chip stock indexes like the Nasdaq Composite and the S&amp;P 500 also closed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43930754/bitcoin-ethereum-dogecoin-bleed-amid-trumps-tariff-threat-bybit-mega-breach-analyst-says-mid-bull-reset-not-unprecedented-full-blown-bear-market-not-yet-here">Monday's trading session in the red</a>.
Meanwhile, Pax Gold (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/paxg/usd">PAXG</a>), a cryptocurrency backed by physical gold, was among the market&#8217;s biggest gainers in the last 24 hours.
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Why It Matters: Peter Schiff, a renowned gold bug and Bitcoin critic, highlighted how SPDR Gold Trust ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), the world's largest gold exchange-traded fund, has risen 12.42% year-to-date, while Bitcoin-tied ETFs have struggled.&nbsp;
"Instead of 2025 beginning a golden age for Bitcoin, it looks like it will just be a golden age," Schiff threw a jibe.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Gold closed at yet another record high today, above $2,954. <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24GLD&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$GLD</a> also closed at a record high, up 11% YTD. In contrast, ETFs that invest in fool&#39;s gold, aka Bitcoin, are down 3.5% YTD. Instead of 2025 beginning a golden age for Bitcoin, it looks like it will just be a golden age.
&mdash; Peter Schiff (@PeterSchiff) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeterSchiff/status/1894144793535463434?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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While Bitcoin has certainly struggled this year, it has surpassed gold in terms of annual returns, rising more than 76% vs. the bullion metal's 44% returns.
On a larger time frame, the gulf becomes wider. Bitcoin has gained a whopping 35,807% in the last 10 years, compared to 142% return on gold investment. 
Price Action: At the time of writing, Bitcoin was exchanging hands at $$90,562.19, down 4.48% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. Year-to-date, it has lost 3.03% of its value.
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On Friday, February 21, U.S. markets closed sharply lower as major indexes extended their selloff amid disappointing economic data, new tariff threats, and softening consumer demand. The S&amp;P 500 and Russell 2000 posted their largest drops since mid-December, while the Dow suffered its steepest Friday-to-Friday plunge since mid-October, reflecting heightened market uncertainty and investor caution.
According to economic data, the University of Michigan&#8217;s consumer sentiment dropped 10% to 64.7 in January, with a five-year inflation outlook of 3.5%—the highest since 1995. Existing home sales fell 4.9% to 4.08 million, while February&#8217;s flash PMIs revealed a sharp services decline, fueling private sector concerns.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell with IT, consumer discretionary, and industrials down—while consumer staples defied the trend and closed higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 1.69% and closed at 43,428.02, the S&amp;P 500 fell 1.71% to 6,013.13, while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 2.20%, finishing at 19,524.01.
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<li>Japan markets are closed for Emperor&#8217;s Birthday holiday.</li>
<li>On Monday, Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.14% to 8,308.20, led by gains in the Utilities, Financials and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 slipped 1.08% to 22,549.60, and the Nifty 500 fell 1.09% to close at 20,463.80, led by losses in the Technology, Metals, and Public Sector Undertakings sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite slid 0.18% to 3,373.03, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 declined 0.22%, ending at 3,969.72.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng dipped 0.58% to close at 23,341.61.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.01%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.95%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC slid 0.12%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.27%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s conservative election win eased political gridlock fears, boosting the euro and stocks, yet uncertainty lingers over crucial fiscal reforms—especially debt brake changes—amid weak economic growth and coalition challenges.</li>
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Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.16% at $70.51/bbl, and Brent was up 0.16% at $74.15/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 4.80% to $3.926.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.03% at $2,953.31, Silver was down 0.57% to $32.828, and Copper fell 0.78% to $4.7590.     </li>
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U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>Dow futures were up 0.73%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.52%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.40%.</li>
<li>U.S. stock futures edged higher Monday ahead of Nvidia earnings, reversing last week&#8217;s losses amid weak business activity, policy uncertainty, and inflation, as investors monitor U.S. and German political moves.</li>
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Forex at 05:30 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index was down 0.01% to 106.06, USD/JPY was up 0.21% to 149.62, and USD/AUD fell 0.03% to 1.5717.
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Futures Rebound Ahead Of Nvidia Earnings - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, February 20, U.S. markets closed lower as investor confidence weakened due to growing tariff concerns and Walmart&#8217;s disappointing <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43846469/walmart-q4-earnings-shine-but-soft-fy26-outlook-disappoints-street" rel="noreferrer noopener">sales and profit outlook</a>. All major indexes declined, with the Dow experiencing the steepest drop, while the S&amp;P 500 ended its streak of record highs. Gold prices surged to a historic peak as investors sought safer assets amid rising economic uncertainty. Walmart&#8217;s weaker forecast signaled potential declines in consumer spending, amplifying worries about economic growth.
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In economic data, initial jobless claims rose by 5,000 to 219,000 for the week ending February 15, slightly above the expected 215,000. The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index fell sharply to 18.1 in February from 44.3 the prior month.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors declined, led by financial, consumer discretionary, and consumer staples, while energy and real estate stocks closed higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 1.01% to close at 44,176.65, while the S&amp;P 500 slid 0.43% to 6,117.52. The Nasdaq Composite fell 0.47%, finishing at 19,962.36.
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<li>On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 0.28% to close at 38,784.00, led by gains in the Gas and water, Transport, and Marine Transport sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.32% to 8,296.20, led by losses in the Consumer Discretionary, Telecoms Services and Financials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 slipped 0.65% to 22,763.95, and the Nifty 500 declined 0.84% to close at 20,656.30, led by losses in the Auto, Oil &amp; Gas, and Real Estate sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.85% to 3,379.11, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 gained 1.26%, ending at 3,978.44.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng surged 3.99% to close at 23,477.92.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.33%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.03%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.47%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.10%</li>
<li>European shares rose Friday as investors assessed economic data and Germany&#8217;s upcoming election. The STOXX 600 rebounded but eyed weekly losses.</li>
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Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.06% at $71.71/bbl, and Brent was down 1.02% at $75.71/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices dipped Friday but remained on track for weekly gains amid supply concerns in Russia and rising demand in the U.S. and China. The market focus stayed on supply disruptions and geopolitical tensions.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 3.95% to $4.316.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.38% at $2,944.99, Silver was down 0.47% to $33.325, and Copper fell 0.89% to $4.5713.       </li>
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U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.11%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.02%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.11%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>The U.S. dollar index gained 0.29% to 106.67, the USD/JPY rose 0.45% to 150.38, and the USD/AUD rose 0.21% to 1.5656.</li>
<li>The dollar headed for a third weekly drop as Trump&#8217;s tariff threats remained largely rhetoric, while the yen surged on rising Japanese inflation before the BOJ intervened.</li>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Rebounds; Dollar Heads For Third Weekly Drop - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Gold climbed to fresh highs early on Feb. 20 as investors flocked to the ultimate safe-haven asset amid rising geopolitical <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/gold">tensions and economic uncertainty</a>. 
Spot bullion hit a new record of $2,954.84 an ounce earlier on Thursday before paring some of its gains. Amidst this surge, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs tied to gold</a> are gaining traction, offering investors a way to capitalize on the yellow metal's bullish momentum.
The optimism around gold has sent several ETFs soaring, with the WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Gold Miners Strategy Fund (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDMN#BATS">GDMN</a>) leading the charge. The ETF has gained over 25% in the past month. While such a sharp rise might give some investors pause, many analysts believe the rally still has legs.
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Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, sees the revaluation of US gold reserves as a potential disruptor. ETF Trends quoted him stating that "re-marking gold to its real market value could be a transformative financial event." This is particularly relevant for investors considering GDMN, which not only provides exposure to gold futures but also includes shares of mining companies—an asset class highly correlated to spot gold prices.
SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) is another ETF that one might keep an eye on. As the largest physically backed gold ETF, GLD provides direct exposure to gold prices. Given the current macroeconomic uncertainty and strong central bank buying, GLD remains a go-to option for investors seeking a straightforward way to participate in the metal&#8217;s price movements.
Another on the list is VanEck Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>), which focuses on gold mining companies that tend to have leveraged exposure to gold prices. If the rally continues, gold miners could see substantial profit boosts, making GDX an attractive pick for those looking for amplified gains beyond spot gold.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What&#8217;s Fueling The Rally?</h2>
Broader geopolitical concerns are playing a major role in the metal's ascent. Uncertainty over Trump's stance on Ukraine are making investors jittery. The US President recently suggested that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy should move swiftly toward a peace deal with Russia, warning that "he is not going to have a country left" otherwise. With mounting fears that Washington could withdraw its support for Ukraine, traders are looking to gold as a hedge against geopolitical instability.
Gold's rise has been further fueled by Trump's disruptive trade policies, which continue to send shockwaves through global markets. According to Bloomberg, Goldman Sachs <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-20/gold-holds-near-record-as-geopolitical-fears-drive-haven-demand?sref=TBDibEcD">raised </a>its year-end gold target to $3,100 an ounce, citing stronger-than-expected central bank buying as a key driver.
Meanwhile, escalating trade frictions between the US and Europe in the backdrop of Trump's tariff threats are affecting the global gold market. The resulting price surge in New York has triggered a rush to transport bullion from London across the Atlantic. In one of the largest physical gold movements in years, major banks like JPMorgan Chase and HSBC are capitalizing on the price differential, flying gold from Swiss refineries and London vaults to the US. The Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodities-futures/why-dealers-are-flying-gold-bars-by-plane-from-london-to-new-york-86824199">reported </a>that JPMorgan alone is set to deliver $4 billion worth of gold this month, to grab the arbitrage opportunity created by regional pricing disparities.
Adding to the intrigue, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sought to quash speculation that the government might revalue its bullion holdings, stating that such a move is "not what I had in mind" when discussing plans for a sovereign wealth fund. Bessent confirmed that he has no plans to visit Fort Knox, the secure facility that houses much of the US gold reserve, stating that "all the gold is there" and that any senator is welcome to verify it. Trump, on his part, has emphasized his administration's commitment to ensuring that these reserves are properly accounted for.
China is another major factor in the mix that investors should monitor. Beyond the People's Bank of China's aggressive bullion purchases, Beijing recently approved a policy allowing insurance companies to invest in gold. Nigel Green said that this move is expected to unleash billions of dollars in fresh demand, further stoking the rally, according to ETF Trends.
With central banks continuing to amass gold at a historic pace, trade tensions disrupting global supply chains, and geopolitical risks mounting, gold's rally appears far from over. And for investors looking to capitalize on this momentum, ETFs like GDMN, GLD and GDX could be a &#8216;golden&#8217; opportunity.
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Bullion Boom: Gold ETFs Gain As Geopolitical Storm Fuels Surge

On Wednesday, February 19th, U.S. markets closed higher, with the S&amp;P 500 reaching a second consecutive record high as investors examined Fed meeting minutes and Trump&#8217;s proposed tariffs.
The Fed held rates steady but voiced concerns over inflation and trade policies. Trump announced 25% tariffs on autos, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals.
According to economic data, in January, U.S. building permits rose to 1.483M (vs. 1.460M est.), while housing starts fell to 1.366M (vs. 1.390M est.). Redbook YoY retail sales grew 6.3%, up from 5.3%, with early February at 5.8%.
The Fed&#8217;s January meeting minutes highlighted policymakers&#8217; cautious stance on rate cuts, citing uncertainty in inflation trends. Officials stressed the need for more evidence before lowering rates, considering Trump&#8217;s tariffs, immigration policies, and geopolitical risks.
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Of the 11 key sectors in the S&amp;P 500, healthcare saw the highest percentage increase, while materials and financials underperformed.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased 0.16% to close at 44,627.59, while the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.24% to 6,144.15. The Nasdaq Composite added 0.07%, finishing at 20,056.25.
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<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 1.29% to close at 38,675.50, led by losses in the Manufacturing, Retail and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 1.15% to 8,322.80, led by losses in the A-REITs, Healthcare, and Financials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 slipped 0.12% to 22,906.25, while the Nifty 500 gained 0.44% to close at 20,822.60. The decline was led by losses in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, Healthcare, and Banking sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite slid 0.02% to 3,350.78, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 declined 0.29%, ending at 3,928.90.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng dipped 1.60% to close at 22,576.98.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.62%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.54%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.67%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.24%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.11% at $72.18/bbl, and Brent was up 0.14% at $76.15/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rebounded despite a U.S. crude stock buildup, supported by supply disruptions in Kazakhstan and OPEC+ delays. Russia&#8217;s pipeline outage cut supply by 380,000 barrels per day, while potential Iraqi exports and Trump&#8217;s tariffs added market uncertainty.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 2.78% to $4.160.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.21% at $2,971.31, Silver was up 2.04% to $33.718, and Copper rose 1.18% to $4.6165.     </li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.11%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.15%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.16%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.28% to 106.89, USD/JPY was down 0.87% to 150.13, and USD/AUD fell 0.53% to 1.5677.

Global Markets Mixed, Dollar Dips As Traders React To Trump's Tariff Plans - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, February 18, U.S. markets closed in the green, with the S&amp;P 500 reaching a record high amid a quiet session as investors awaited Fed minutes and retail earnings. Fed officials signaled a steady rate policy due to inflation concerns. Markets remain cautious as price growth accelerates and consumer sentiment weakens, with no immediate pressure on the Fed to cut rates.
In economic data, the NY Empire State Manufacturing Index rose 18.3 points in February to +5.7, surpassing market expectations of -1.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors advanced, led by energy, materials, and utilities, while communication services and consumer discretionary stocks declined.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased 0.02% to close at 44,556.34, while the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.24% to 6,129.58. The Nasdaq Composite added 0.07%, finishing at 20,041.26.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 0.34% to close at 39,182.00, weighed down by losses in the Rubber, Marine Transport, and Retail sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.73% to 8,419.20, dragged lower by Energy, Financials, and Consumer Staples.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 slipped 0.13% to 22,916.15, while the Nifty 500 gained 0.51% to close at 20,717.00. The decline was led by losses in the Technology, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, and Healthcare sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.81% to 3,351.54, while the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 added 0.70%, ending at 3,940.16.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng dipped 0.14% to close at 22,944.24.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.32%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.38%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC fell 0.45%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.26%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.78% at $72.39/bbl, and Brent was up 0.69% at $76.36/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose due to supply concerns in the U.S. and Russia and uncertainty over Ukraine peace talks. Brent crude and WTI gained as cold weather, a Ukrainian drone attack, and potential OPEC+ decisions supported prices.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 0.37% to $3.992.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.47% at $2,962.69, Silver was up 0.61% to $33.557, and Copper rose 0.23% to $4.6015.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.02%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.06%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.07%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.12% to 107.21, USD/JPY was down 0.18% to 151.74, and USD/AUD slid 0.01% to 1.5743.</li>
<li>The dollar remained stable Wednesday while the yen strengthened amid Ukraine ceasefire talks and new U.S. tariff threats.</li>
</ul>
Photo by Pavel Bobrovskiy via Shutterstock

Asia Ex-China And Europe Markets Dip, Dollar Strengthens - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, February 14, U.S. markets closed mixed, with Nvidia and Apple advancing while Microsoft and Amazon declined. The Nasdaq 100 reached a record high.
Treasury yields fell following weaker retail sales data. Investors remained focused on Trump&#8217;s proposed reciprocal tariffs and broader economic policy moves, adding to market uncertainty amid recent inflation data and Federal Reserve commentary.
Economic data showed that January retail sales declined by 0.9% from the previous month, a significantly steeper drop than the expected 0.1% decrease.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower on Friday, led by losses in healthcare, consumer staples, and utilities, while technology and communication stocks bucked the trend and closed higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.37% to close at 44,546.08, while the S&amp;P 500 edged down 0.01% to 6,114.63. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.41%, finishing at 20,026.77.
U.S. markets were closed on Monday, February 17, in observance of Washington&#8217;s Birthday.
Aisa Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 0.28%, closing at 39,316.00, driven by gains in the Shipbuilding, Rubber, and Manufacturing sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.66% to 8,481.00, weighed down by losses in the Energy, Financials, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s central bank cut rates to 4.1% for the first time in four years but signaled caution on further easing. The move aids borrowers and may influence Prime Minister Albanese&#8217;s election timing.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 fell 0.15% to 22,924.50, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.35% to close at 20,582.05, led by losses in the Consumer Durables, Capital Goods, and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite dropped 0.91% to 3,325.32, while the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 declined 0.87% to 3,912.89.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng gained 1.59%, closing the session at 22,976.81.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.01%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.11%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.03%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.09%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.47% at $71.74/bbl, and Brent was up 0.75% at $75.77/bbl.</li>
<li>Brent crude edged higher after a drone attack on a Russian pipeline disrupted oil flows from Kazakhstan. However, gains were limited due to expected OPEC+ supply increases and uncertainty in Chinese demand.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 3.38% to $3.599.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.79% at $2,923.59, Silver was up 0.44% to $32.995, and Copper slid 1.37% to $4.6005.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.02%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.24%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.35%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. dollar index rose 0.20% to 106.94, the USD/JPY was up 0.15% to 151.73, and the USD/AUD slid 0.06% to 1.5722.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar strengthened as traders assessed tariff uncertainties, geopolitical risks, and the Federal Reserve&#8217;s cautious approach to rate cuts. The Australian dollar hovered near a two-month high after the Reserve Bank of Australia cut rates by 25 basis points to 4.10%.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Oil Edges Higher After Pipeline Attack - Global Markets Today While US Slept

With President Donald Trump's trade war rhetoric reaching new heights, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/gold">gold has emerged</a> as the go-to asset for savvy investors. 
Its 7% surge since his inauguration and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/02/43728557/time-to-lock-in-gold-gains">recent record highs</a> make it the ultimate "Trump trade" of 2025. But for U.S. investors, this golden rally presents a unique opportunity to profit, not just from the metal itself but from a selection of stocks and ETFs poised to benefit.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gold's Bullish Surge: Why It's Happening</h2>
Gold's rally isn't just fueled by political uncertainty. Trump's aggressive tariff policies are creating inflationary pressures, and as global growth slows, gold acts as a safe-haven. 
Central banks and traders are shifting their focus to the yellow metal, further driving up its value. 
Analysts are now targeting $3,000 per ounce, with UBS and Citigroup revising their forecasts upward, <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/fb53df86-c6f0-4550-ab84-222b3a6282f4">reported</a> Financial Times.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43710503/bank-of-america-sees-gold-hitting-3500-as-demand-surges-on-increased-policy-tensions">Gold Could Reach $3,500 As Demand Rises On &#8216;Increased Policy Tensions,&#8217; Says Bank of America</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Gold ETFs To Consider</h2>
For those looking to capitalize on gold's rally without holding the physical asset, ETFs offer a convenient route:
<ul>
<li>SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>): The largest gold ETF in the world, GLD tracks the price of gold bullion and is a reliable option for investors looking to ride the surge.</li>
<li>iShares Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAU#NYSE">IAU</a>): Another solid choice, IAU provides a lower-cost way to gain exposure to gold's movements.</li>
<li>VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDX#NYSE">GDX</a>): GDX targets gold mining companies, which are expected to see growth as gold prices rise.</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gold Stocks Set To Benefit From Trump Trade</h2>
For those willing to venture into individual stocks, gold mining companies offer an even more leveraged play on the precious metal's climb:
<ul>
<li>Barrick Gold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOLD#NYSE">GOLD</a>): The world's second-largest gold miner, Barrick is benefiting from the surge in gold prices, with strong earnings expected to follow.</li>
<li>Newmont Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>): As the largest gold producer in the U.S., Newmont stands to profit from the rising price of gold and growing demand for safe-haven assets.</li>
<li>Kinross Gold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KGC#NYSE">KGC</a>): Another player to watch, Kinross has seen its stock price benefit from higher gold prices, making it a solid addition to the gold-investment portfolio.</li>
</ul>
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/earnings-beats/25/02/43689153/kinross-gold-delivers-record-breaking-2024-reaffirms-stable-production-output">Kinross Gold Delivers Record-Breaking 2024, Reaffirms Stable Production Output</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Takeaway For U.S. Investors</h2>
Gold's status as the ultimate hedge against trade tensions and inflation means U.S. investors should be taking a closer look at gold stocks and ETFs. 
With gold prices expected to continue rising, these assets offer an opportunity to capitalize on what looks to be a long-term trend.
Read Next: 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43672890/barrick-gold-shares-gain-after-q4-earnings-and-new-1-billion-buyback-program">Barrick Gold Shares Gain After Q4 Earnings And New $1 Billion Buyback Program</a></li>
</ul>
Image: Shutterstock

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Gold Soars as 'Trump Trade' of 2025: What Investors Should Know

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SGOL

Gold and Silver are trading lower, possibly due to a delay in tariffs. Also, Trump-Russia talks may reduce safe-haven asset demand.

<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Time To Lock In Some Profits On Gold&nbsp;</h3>
Gold has been on a tear this year so far, as you can see by the&nbsp;Sprott Physical Gold Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHYS#NYSE">PHYS</a>) chart below.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="920" height="565" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-5808" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart.jpg 920w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart-300x184.jpg 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart-768x472.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px" /></figure>
(The picture is almost exactly the same for the more popular&nbsp;SPDR Gold Trust&nbsp;(ARCA:GLD), but ZeroHedge readers prefer PHYS).&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trends Toward Peace And Disinflation&nbsp;</h2>
Nevertheless, several different trends emerged this week that may be bearish for gold:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The beginning of the end of The Russia-Ukraine War. War, and geopolitical uncertainty are traditionally bullish for gold. This week, we got intimations of the the opposite. President Trump and President Putin spoke by phone, and Russia and the United States agreed to exchange prisoners and to begin negotiating an end to the war in Europe. The Trump administration already conceded that the Ukraine would not be admitted to NATO, U.S. troops would not serve as peacekeepers there, and any peacekeepers stationed between Russia and the U.S. would not be covered by NATO&#8217;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natohq/topics_110496.htm">Article 5</a>.</li>
<li>More olive branches from President Trump. President Trump said he&#8217;d like to see Russia back in the G-7 (it was called the G-8 at the time), and he planned to propose to both President Putin and President Xi of China that all three countries cut their military spending in half. </li>
<li>Major steps to cut U.S. federal spending. All else equal, more government spending means more inflation, which can be bullish for gold. This week saw some steps in the opposite direction: Elon Musk&#8217;s Department of Government Efficiency continued to identify government waste, and the Trump administration began massive layoffs of government employees. </li>
<li>RFK Jr. confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services. A lot of federal spending goes to managing chronic diseases, and Robert Kennedy, Jr. as HHS Secretary intends to take steps to reduce America&#8217;s chronic disease burden.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Lock In Gold Gains</h2>
If you are a conservative investor, the simplest way to lock in some of your gold gains would be to sell some gold. If you&#8217;d rather not sell, you can also hedge, by using a gold-tracking ETF with options traded on it such as GLD. Currently, the cost of hedging against large declines in gold is extremely cheap.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="609" height="1024" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD-609x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-5809" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD-609x1024.jpg 609w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD-179x300.jpg 179w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD.jpg 714w" sizes="(max-width: 609px) 100vw, 609px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The optimal hedge against a >20% decline in GLD by mid-August, as of Thursday&#8217;s close. Screen capture via the Portfolio Armor iPhone app. </figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">For More Aggressive Investors</h2>
If you&#8217;re a more aggressive investor, you might consider expanding your horizons beyond precious metals. We&#8217;ve had some success this week with our defined-risk options trades, for example.&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Call spread on Astera Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALAB#NASDAQ">ALAB</a>). Entered at a net debit of $0.50 on 2/3/2025; exited at a net credit of $0.60 on 2/11/2025. Profit: 20%.</li>
<li>Call on Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>). Bought at $1.91 on 2/11/2025; sold at $4.10 on 2/13/2025. Profit: 115%.</li>
<li>Calls on Opera, Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPRA#NASDAQ">OPRA</a>). Bought for $0.65 on 2/6/2025; sold (half) for $1.85 on 2/13/2025. Profit: 185%.</li>
<li>Calls on Opera, Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPRA#NASDAQ">OPRA</a>). Bought for $0.65 on <a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-short-term-speculative-383" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2/6/2025</a>; sold (half) for $1.95 on 2/10/2025. Profit: 200%.</li>
<li>Calls on&nbsp;Robinhood Markets, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>). Bought for $2.30 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-the-nuclear-option" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">10/31/2024</a>; sold (half) for $33.50 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-the-nuclear-option/comment/93261317" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2/13/2025</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 1,443%.</li>
</ol>
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On Thursday, U.S. markets closed higher, boosted by Nvidia, Apple, and Tesla, after Trump proposed reciprocal tariffs. Stocks gained as producer prices rose while core inflation remained stable. Treasury yields fell, indicating confidence in cooling inflation. The Nasdaq and Dow also advanced, with the S&amp;P marking its strongest rise since mid-January.
According to economic data, the Producer Price Index rose 3.5% annually, the highest since early 2023, exceeding forecasts. Monthly growth also surpassed expectations at 0.4%. Core PPI, excluding food and energy, increased by 3.6% yearly and 0.3% monthly, both above projections.
All eleven S&amp;P 500 sector indexes advanced, with materials leading the gains and consumer discretionary, which also saw a strong increase.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.77% and closed at 44,711.43, the S&amp;P 500 closed higher by 1.04% at 6,115.07, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 1.50% to finish at 19,945.64.
Aisa Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed lower by 0.79%, ending the session at 39,164.50. Losses in the Textile, Transportation Equipment, and Chemical, Petroleum, and plastic sectors led the decline.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.19% to 8,555.80, led by gains in the Consumer Staples, Gold, and IT sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 0.58% at 22,897.25, and Nifty 500 slid by 1.45%, closing at 20,600.25, led by losses in the Capital Goods, Power, and Public Sector Undertakings sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.43% and closed at 3,346.72, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.87% at 3,939.01.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session higher by 3.69% at 22,620.33.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.01%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.37%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.20%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.30%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.13% at $71.38/bbl, and Brent was up 0.25% at $75.21/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rebounded, ending weeks of decline, supported by rising fuel demand and delayed U.S. tariffs. Market optimism grew over potential trade agreements, but gains remained limited amid possible Russian supply increases.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.76% to $3.692.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.51% at $2,960.31, Silver was up 4.05% to $34.045, and Copper slid 0.03% to $4.7770.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.28%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.11% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.06%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.07% to 106.98, USD/JPY was down 0.20% to 152.52, and USD/AUD slid 0.31% to 1.5780.</li>
<li>As delayed reciprocal tariffs eased market concerns, the U.S. dollar steadied near a three-week low. Inflation fears softened after a producer price report, while optimism around Ukraine-Russia peace talks boosted the euro.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Gold Advances - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Gold's historic rally may be far from over. Bank of America hinted the precious metal could climb to $3,500 per ounce, driven by investment demand and central bank buying amid growing global economic and policy uncertainties.
In a note shared Wednesday, Bank of America commodity strategist Francisco Blanch said gold's rally has been largely fueled by "exceptional purchases by the official sector" as central banks seek to hedge against geopolitical and fiscal risks. 
Spot gold – as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) – is currently trading at $2,920 per ounce as of Feb. 13, 2025, up 11.3% year-to-date. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Will Gold Reach $3,500?</h3>
For gold to average $3,000 per ounce in 2025, investment demand needs to rise by just 1%, according to Bank of America's analysis. 
Yet, reaching $3,500 would require a more significant 10% jump. While this might seem like a steep climb, Blanch indicated that it's "not impossible."
One major factor supporting this outlook is China's recent decision to allow insurance funds to invest in gold through various financial instruments. 
China's Financial Supervision Administration has launched a pilot program that could unlock as much as $25 billion to $28 billion in gold purchases, equivalent to about 300 metric tons, or 6.5% of the annual global market.
Chinese insurers, managing an estimated $4.4 trillion in total assets, are now permitted to allocate up to 1% of their portfolios to gold. With declining returns on traditional investments and a growing appetite for safe-haven assets, Bank of America's analysts believe insurers will likely use their full allowance within a year.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Central Banks And Geopolitical Uncertainty</h3>
Global central banks have been aggressively accumulating gold, largely as a hedge against geopolitical and economic instability. 
&#8220;We agree that&nbsp;the gold market is pricing in&nbsp;increased&nbsp;policy tensions,&#8221; Blanch said.
The World Gold Council reported that total gold demand hit a record 4,974 metric tons in 2024, with central bank purchases exceeding 1,000 metric tons for the third consecutive year.
Gold investment also surged in 2024, with demand rising 25%—the highest annual growth rate since 2020. Gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which had seen heavy outflows in previous years, stabilized as investors turned to the metal amid market uncertainties.
"Total gold demand (including OTC investment) rose 1% year-over-year in Q4 to reach a new quarterly high and contribute to a record annual total," the World Gold Council said in its latest report.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Impact Of US Policy: Could The Dollar Actually Weaken? </h3>
One of the key uncertainties supporting gold demand is the direction of U.S. economic policy under President Donald Trump.
Trump administration is considering fresh tariffs on key trading partners, a move that could initially strengthen the U.S. dollar, according to Bank of America. Yet, policymakers are also discussing efforts to weaken the currency in an attempt to rebalance the elevated U.S. trade deficit, which could eventually support gold prices.
Bank of America's note highlighted that "the call for a weaker USD is also discussed along with a push to rebalance external accounts." A weaker dollar typically makes gold more attractive to international investors.
If investment demand continues its upward trajectory, gold's run may be far from over. Whether it reaches $3,500 will depend on just how much more investors and institutions flock to the metal in the months ahead.
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Gold Could Reach $3,500 As Demand Rises On 'Increased Policy Tensions,' Says Bank of America

Gold is trading higher following greater-than-expected January PPI figures.

Inflation is back in the spotlight as broad-based price pressures hit U.S. producers in January 2025, fueling concerns that businesses will either absorb rising costs or pass them to consumers and dampening hopes for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. </a>
The Producer Price Index surged 3.5% year over year in January, according to Thursday's release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
This marks an acceleration from December's 3.3% and exceeds the 3.2% forecast tracked by TradingEconomics. January's surge also represents the highest annual reading since February 2023 and the fourth consecutive increase in the headline index, highlighting persistent inflationary pressures.
On a monthly basis, PPI climbed 0.4%, decelerating from December's 0.5% and surpassing the expected 0.3%.
The hotter-than-anticipated PPI follows a similarly stronger-than-expected Consumer Price Index report on Wednesday, which showed consumer inflation climbing 3.3% year over year.
Within major PPI categories, energy recorded the highest monthly increase, up 1.7% in January. 
&#8220;Over half of the broad-based January advance can be traced to a 1.7-percent increase in prices for final demand energy,&#8221; the BLS said.
Yet, even when excluding volatile food and energy costs, the core PPI soared 3.6% annually, slightly easing from December's upwardly revised 3.7% but still above the 3.3% estimate. 
On a monthly basis, core PPI surged 0.3%, slightly easing from an upwardly revised 0.4% reading in December and matching the expected 0.3%.
On Wednesday, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43676811/producer-inflation-preview-why-is-fed-chair-powell-closely-watching-thursdays-wholesale-prices">Fed Chair Jerome Powell said </a>that an overheated PPI, combined with the already strong CPI, could push up the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index, the central bank's preferred inflation measure.
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Inflation measure</th>
<th>January 2025</th>
<th>December 2024</th>
<th>Expectations</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PPI YoY</td>
<td>3.5%</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
<td>3.2%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PPI MoM</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Core PPI YoY</td>
<td>3.6%</td>
<td>3.7%</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Core PPI MoM</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h2>
Although the PPI report came in hotter than expected, investors didn&#8217;t immediately pile into the dollar or unload stocks and Treasuries, as typically seen with strong inflation data.
The U.S. Dollar Index, tracked by Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>), fell slightly minutes after the PPI release.
Treasury yields remained steady, with the 10-year yield holding 9 basis points to 4.63%. Rising yields pressured risk assets, sending stocks lower.
Futures on the S&amp;P 500 index, closely tracked by SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), rose 0.2% by 8:38 a.m. ET.
In the crypto market, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) held steady at $96,100, down 1.9% for the session. 
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Inflation Fears Grow As Producer Prices Rise To 3.5%, Clouding Fed Interest Rate Cut Hopes

On Wednesday, U.S. markets closed mixed, with the S&amp;P 500 declining as unexpectedly high inflation data heightened concerns about delayed Fed rate cuts. Nvidia and Amazon weakened, weighing on the index, while strong earnings lifted CVS and Gilead. Inflation worries also challenged Trump&#8217;s tariff plans, adding to market uncertainty.
In economic data, January&#8217;s CPI rose faster than expected, hitting 3% year-over-year and exceeding forecasts. Monthly inflation climbed 0.5%, the highest since August 2023, accelerating from December&#8217;s 0.4% increase.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors declined, with materials, energy, and real estate stocks falling, while consumer staples and communication services outperformed and closed higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.50% and closed at 44,368.56, the S&amp;P 500 closed lower by 0.27% at 6,051.97, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.03% to finish at 19,649.95.
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<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed higher by 1.26%, ending the session at 39,475.50, led by gains in the Steel, Mining, and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.06% to 8,540.00, led by gains in the Metals &amp; Mining, Materials and Resources sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 0.12% at 23,016.80, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.10%, closing at 20,886.85, led by losses in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, Healthcare, and Technology sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.42% and closed at 3,332.48, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 went down 0.38% at 3,905.14               .</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session lower by 0.20% at 21,814.37.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 1.22%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 1.44%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 1.28%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.68%</li>
<li>European shares hit record highs Thursday, driven by strong earnings from Nestlé and Siemens, alongside optimism over U.S.-Russia peace talks on Ukraine. Automobiles surged, while Britain&#8217;s FTSE dipped, dragged by Unilever.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.46% at $70.33/bbl, and Brent was down 1.36% at $74.16/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices edged lower as potential Russia-Ukraine peace talks and rising U.S. crude inventories pressured the market. Optimism over eased supply risks outweighed inflation concerns despite recent tightening supply trends.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 3.39% to $3.686.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.53% at $2,944.81, Silver was up 0.15% to $32.835, and Copper rose 0.06% to $4.7077.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.04%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.01%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.16%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.34% to 107.64, USD/JPY was down 0.36% to 153.79, and USD/AUD rose 0.18% to 1.5954.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar weakened as hopes for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal lifted sentiment, boosting the euro and ruble. Meanwhile, Japan&#8217;s yen strengthened due to rising inflation, and the U.K. GDP unexpectedly grew.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Hits Highs On Earnings; Oil Dips On Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks - Global Markets Today While US Slept

U.S. stocks are wavering as investors have braced themselves for potential shifts in tariff policies from President Donald Trump. Markets remain cautious as Trump prepares to unveil his universal like-for-like tariff plan, set for midweek. On Feb. 10, the President imposed 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports starting March 4, intensifying pressure on top trading partners Canada and Mexico. Investors are weighing the potential impact of a trade war on corporate earnings, global growth and inflation.
Trump&#39;s steel tariffs could trigger a broader trade war as the EU threatens &lsquo;proportionate countermeasures. Tensions between the United States and China had already escalated after the United States implemented a 10% tariff on Chinese imports on Feb. 4. In response, China retaliated with tariffs on U.S. products, including a 15% levy on coal and liquefied natural gas (AMEX:LNG) and a 10% tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery and automobiles from Feb. 10.
Meanwhile, UBS believes that the U.S. effective tariff rate on China will&nbsp;<a href="http://www.aastocks.com/en/stocks/news/aafn-news/NOW.1414645/1" target="_blank">eventually rise to 30%</a>&nbsp;from the current 11%. Investors are also worried about the Fed&#39;s policy momentum. Markets are eager for insights on how tariffs could influence inflation (read: <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2411504/5-sector-etfs-walk-a-tightrope-amid-trade-tensions" target="_blank">5 Sector ETFs Walk a Tightrope Amid Trade Tensions</a>).
<h2>ETFs to Play</h2>
Against this backdrop, below we highlight a few safe exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that could be gainful in the near term.
SPDR Gold Trust GLD
Gold is often viewed as a safe-haven asset. Gold prices jump at the time of economic uncertainties. No wonder, gold prices surged to a fresh record as investors sought safety amid economic uncertainty. Note that unlike fiat currencies, which can be printed in unlimited quantities, gold has a finite supply. This scarcity helps maintain its value. Lately, demand for gold from central banks has been pretty high (read: <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2408987/5-reasons-why-gold-etfs-are-smart-bets-now?art_rec=etfs-overview-zacks_news-ID04-txt-2408987" target="_blank">5 Reasons Why Gold ETFs Are Smart Bets Now</a>).
Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF XLP
In periods of economic uncertainty, market volatility, or inflationary pressures, the consumer staples sector is often considered a safe investment. The sector sells essential goods with steady demand. Unlike discretionary sectors, where spending fluctuates with economic cycles, consumer staples tend to have predictable revenues and earnings. Many consumer staples companies have a long history of paying consistent and growing dividends.
Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF XLU
The utility stocks also get a safe-haven tag. Utilities provide essential services such as electricity, water, and natural gas, which people and businesses rely on regardless of economic conditions. This makes the sector non-cyclical, meaning demand remains stable even during recessions. Utilities can often pass increased costs to consumers through regulated rate adjustments. Moreover, the latest AI boom has brightened the demand for utilities even more as this sector satisfies the AI industry&#39;s energy needs.
Invesco CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust FXY
The Japanese yen is widely recognized as a safe-haven currency, often appreciating during economic uncertainty, market volatility and geopolitical instability.Japan&#39;s consistent current account surplus indicates that the country is a net creditor to the world, bolstering confidence in the yen during turbulent times. The Japanese yen has been in great shape lately due to Bank of Japan&#39;s hawkish monetary policy (read: <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2410818/time-for-yen-etf?art_rec=etfs-overview-zacks_news-ID01-txt-2410818" target="_blank">Time for Yen ETF?</a>).
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Benzinga Market Summary: January Inflation Comes In Above Estimates, CVS Stock Surges On Strong Earnings, Bitcoin And Gold Move Lower as CPI Figures Dampen Rate Cut Outlook

Price pressures surged more than expected in the first month of the year, fueled by increases in both energy goods and underlying service items, dampening investor expectations for Federal Reserve <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">interest rate cuts</a>.
The headline Consumer Price Index rose to 3% year-over-year in data released Wednesday, up 0.1 percentage points compared to December and above median economist forecasts of 2.9%, as tracked by TradingEconomics. On a monthly basis, inflation grew by 0.5%, sharply outpacing expectations of 0.3% and accelerating from December&#8217;s 0.4% gain.
This marks the highest monthly inflation rate since August 2023.
Core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, inched up from 3.2% to 3.3% year-over-year. On a monthly basis, core inflation rose 0.4%, surprising estimates of 0.3% and outrunning December&#8217;s 0.2% increase.
Prior to the January inflation report, markets had fully priced in just one rate cut by the end of the year, while the probability of two reductions by December 2025 stands at about 42%, as per the CME FedWatch tool.
&#8220;The index for shelter rose 0.4 percent in January, accounting for nearly 30 percent of the monthly all items increase,&#8221; the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicated Wednesday. 
Fuel oil rose by 6.2% on the month, recording the highest monthly increase among CPI items. 
On Wednesday, President Donald Trump reaffirmed his stance that interest rates should be reduced, indicating this move would align with tariff policies.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell is set to testify before the Committee on Financial Services later on Wednesday. 
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Inflation measure</th>
<th>January 2025</th>
<th>December 2024</th>
<th>Expectations</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CPI YoY</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CPI MoM</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Core CPI YoY</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
<td>3.2%</td>
<td>3.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Core CPI MoM</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>0.2%</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h3>
The U.S. dollar index, which is tracked by the&nbsp;Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>),&nbsp;rallied 0.5% shortly after the release.
Treasury yields rose,&nbsp;with the 10-year yield up by 9&nbsp;basis points to 4.63%.
Gold, as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), tanked by 1%, along with futures on major U.S. indices.
Contracts on the S&amp;P 500 index, which is closely tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), were down 1.1% by 8:37 a.m. ET. 
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) plummeted 2% to below $95,000. 
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