May 16, 2024
Finance

Asia stocks slip, gold firm as Middle East conflict grips markets

By Rae Wee SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Asian shares fell and gold prices rose on Monday as risk sentiment took a hit after Iran’s retaliatory attack on Israel stoked fears of a wider regional conflict and kept traders on edge. The dollar scaled a fresh 34-year high against the yen on growing expectations that sticky inflationary pressures

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Investment

12 Best Precious Metals Stocks to Invest In Now

In this article, we will take a detailed look at the 12 Best Precious Metals Stocks to Invest in Now. For a quick overview of such stocks, read our article 5 Best Precious Metals Stocks to Invest In Now. Precious metals are in the spotlight amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and burgeoning demand for gold

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Funds

Gold Breaks Records! Top 6 mutual funds to mine investment opportunities

Gold has a rich history as a prized asset for investors, particularly during periods of economic instability. Currently, the price of 22-karat gold in India is ₹6,565 per gram, while 24-karat gold, also known as 999 gold, is priced at ₹7,162 per gram. Here’s why gold is considered a prudent investment: Protection against inflation: As

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Investors

Gold subdued as dollar firms, investors seek more Fed cues

By Brijesh Patel (Reuters) – Gold prices edged lower on Wednesday due to an uptick in the dollar, although bullion traded in a narrow range as investors stayed on the sidelines awaiting more cues on the U.S. Federal Reserve policy. Spot gold was down 0.1% at $2,176.29 per ounce, as of 0310 GMT. U.S. gold

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Finance

Muthoot Finance, Manappuram shares rally on spike in gold prices

Muthoot Finance share price jumped nearly 5%, while Manappuram Finance shares gained over 3% on Thursday after gold prices hit a record high following the US Federal Reserve monetary policy outcome. Gold rate on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) spiked over 1.5% to hit a fresh high of ₹66,778 per 10 grams. In the international

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Investors

Sovereign Gold Bond: Why PPF, bank FD investors should think of investing in SGB too — explained

Sovereign gold bonds (SGB), public provident fund (PPF), and bank fixed deposits (FDs) are widely recognised as secure investment options. Each of these choices offers a stable, long-term investment avenue, making the decision between them somewhat challenging. Sovereign Gold Bonds are issued by the Reserve Bank of India on behalf of the Government of India.

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