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Record S&P 500 close and a 4–5% oil slide set sector winners and losers as Iran risks linger and OFAC targets a Hormuz authority. Why cheaper crude still matters.

Gold's fluctuating value amid geopolitical shifts highlights the complex interplay between global tensions and market stability. The post Gold gains on US-Iran ceasefire optimism, but still set for monthly drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post United States Wholesale Inventories below expectations (0.6%) in April: Actual (0.5%) appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Gold attracts fresh buying interest for a second consecutive day, this time surpassing the key $4,500 zone per troy ounce. The precious metal’s upside momentum appears limited as investors await greater clarity on the evolving US-Iran negotiations, while expectations that the Fed will maintain a hawkish stance continue to temper demand for the yellow metal. Source: https://www.fxstreet.com/news/united-states-wholesale-inventories-below-expectations-06-in-april-actual-05-202605291230

The post Canada Gross Domestic Product (MoM) registered at -0.1%, below expectations (0%) in March appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Gold attracts fresh buying interest for a second consecutive day, this time surpassing the key $4,500 zone per troy ounce. The precious metal’s upside momentum appears limited as investors await greater clarity on the evolving US-Iran negotiations, while expectations that the Fed will maintain a hawkish stance continue to temper demand for the yellow metal. Source: https://www.fxstreet.com/news/canada-gross-domestic-product-mom-registered-at-01-below-expectations-0-in-march-202605291230

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The post Dow Jones futures rise on reports of US-Iran ceasefire extension appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Dow Jones futures climb 0.09% to near 50,790, while S&P 500 futures rise 0.14% toward 7,600. Meanwhile, Nasdaq 100 futures gain 0.13%, trading near 30,350 during the European hours on Friday, ahead of the US regular opening. US stock futures are stronger as market sentiment improves after reports of a preliminary 60-day ceasefire extension between the United States (US) and Iran, which raised prospects for unrestricted shipping through the critical Strait of Hormuz. The peace agreement would require Iran to clear all maritime mines from the strategic waterway within 30 days. Traders maintain a degree of caution following a CNN report indicating that US President Donald Trump has yet to officially approve the terms. This hesitation was echoed by Vice President JD Vance, who noted that while the parties are close to a deal, Washington is “not there yet,” while concurrently remin

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The post Gold rebounds to near $4,500 after US and Iran reach outline ceasefire deal appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Gold price (XAU/USD) edges higher to near $4,500 during the early Asian session on Friday. The precious metal rebounds from a two-month low ‌hit in the previous session after reports that the United States (US) and Iran had reached a ceasefire extension agreement.  Bloomberg reported on Thursday that Washington and Tehran have reached a tentative deal to extend a ceasefire by 60 days and launch further talks on Iran’s nuclear program, raising hopes the three-month conflict could be nearing a resolution. US President Donald Trump has yet to agree to the terms. Both countries have previously hailed progress, with Trump emphasizing the US was close to securing an agreement, but the delay has continued. Data released by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) on Thursday showed that the US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index climbed by 3.8% YoY in April