Gold has faced strong pressure in 2026 due to rising real interest rates increasing the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding gold. However, analysts like BCA Research suggest that real yields may have peaked, meaning the worst impact on gold prices is likely behind us. Gold has remained resilient around $4,000 an ounce despite these challenges, supported by ongoing central bank purchases, geopolitical uncertainty, and fiscal concerns. If real yields stabilize or decline, gold could regain strength without needing Federal Reserve rate cuts, potentially leading to a recovery in gold and mining stocks.
Allianz reported a record operating profit of €4.87 billion in Q2 2026, a 10.6% increase year-over-year, driven by strong asset management and life and health segments. Despite this, shareholders' core net income declined by 8.7% to €2.60 billion, mi...
Quantum Corporation is set to report earnings on August 10, 2026, with analysts expecting a loss of $0.15 per share and revenue of $75.05 million. The company shows signs of financial strain, including a negative price-to-earnings ratio of -1.45 and ...
Solana remains in a fragile consolidation phase around $74, struggling to break resistance near $79 and $90, indicating a continued negative trend. XRP faces a persistent downtrend with declining volumes and support near $1.00, lacking strong buyer m...
Armory Mining Corp. has entered an option agreement to acquire a 100% interest in a 1,174-hectare mineral claim in Happy Creek, British Columbia, an area known for tungsten and molybdenum occurrences. The property lies near Fox Tungsten Ltd.'s projec...
Bitcoin ETFs saw $128.69 million in inflows on Thursday, marking the fourth consecutive day of gains, led by Blackrock's IBIT fund. Ether ETFs added $92.15 million, with Blackrock's ETHA attracting the majority of new capital, reflecting strong insti...
