Author: Jordan Belfort

UBS commodity analysts say that even though gold hasn’t done very well since the Iran war started, the new calculations of risk, interest rate policy, inflation, and strong underlying demand will still push the yellow metal as high as $6,200 per oz by the end of 2026. Analysts wrote on Friday that gold hasn’t been able to break out above $5,200 an ounce since the conflict with Iran began, and that its supposed bid as a safe haven hasn’t come through. “This is different from its 65% rise last year, when higher geopolitical risks helped it rise along with fundamental…

Highlights 8,133.5 Tons of Gold: The United States holds approximately 8,133.5 metric tons of gold, making the country the largest sovereign gold holder in the world. Only 3% of Federal Debt Covered: Financial commentator Mario Nawfal pointed out that the total U.S. gold reserve currently covers only about 3% of the nation’s $34+ trillion federal debt. Gold Stored in Strategic Vaults: Most U.S. bullion remains stored in high-security facilities such as Fort Knox, along with vaults at the West Point Bullion Depository and the Denver Mint. Debt Grew While Gold Stayed Flat: U.S. gold reserves have stayed largely unchanged since…

Gold is starting the week on steadier footing, while silver is showing a bit more pressure as investors weigh two competing forces: safe-haven demand tied to rising geopolitical stress and a less friendly interest-rate backdrop caused by higher energy prices. On Monday, spot gold was modestly higher after recovering from an earlier drop, while silver edged lower. U.S. gold futures were slightly softer, showing that traders are still cautious heading into this week’s Federal Reserve meeting. The main story in the market is that higher oil prices are complicating the inflation picture just as the Fed heads into its March…

Highlights Gold and silver prices face downward pressure ahead of the U.S. inflation report as investors reduce risk exposure before the release of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, which strongly influences expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate policy. Market participants monitor inflation trends to evaluate the Federal Reserve’s next monetary decision. Stronger inflation numbers could reinforce expectations of higher interest rates for longer, a scenario that usually strengthens the U.S. dollar and limits upside momentum in precious metals. Higher U.S. Treasury yields are creating short-term headwinds for bullion markets. Rising yields increase the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets…

Gold and silver prices ended the week on a softer note as a stronger U.S. dollar and shifting expectations around Federal Reserve interest rates weighed on the precious metals complex. Even with geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns still present, investors have recently favored the dollar and Treasury yields over traditional safe-haven assets. As of the latest trading on Friday, spot gold was around $5,052 per ounce, while spot silver traded near $81 per ounce in global markets. U.S. gold futures for April delivery settled close to $5,061 per ounce as the market headed into the weekend. The pullback comes after…

Highlights Apple’s foldable iPhone concept introduces a hybrid device that transforms from a compact smartphone into a larger tablet-style screen, creating a bridge between the iPhone and iPad product categories. Flexible OLED display technology enables screen expansion that could reach roughly 7–8 inches when unfolded, providing a larger workspace for reading, streaming, gaming, and productivity tasks. Advanced hinge engineering supports durability and multi-angle usage, allowing the device to function in different modes such as handheld phone mode, tablet mode, and partially folded viewing mode. iOS and iPadOS interface optimization allows dynamic screen adaptation, meaning applications automatically reorganize layouts when the…

Highlights Al Jazeera journalists observed munitions activity at RAF Lakenheath, where ground crews loaded bombs onto aircraft operated by the United States Air Force. Military ground teams transported bombs from secured storage bunkers to fighter aircraft, indicating an operational readiness procedure at one of the most strategic American airbases in the United Kingdom. Aircraft stationed at the base commonly include advanced strike fighters such as the F-15E Strike Eagle and the F-35A Lightning II, platforms designed to carry precision-guided munitions for strategic missions. RAF Lakenheath operates as a major forward deployment hub for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, allowing rapid…

Highlights Donald Trump highlights a major energy partnership between the United States and India, presenting the refinery cooperation as a strategic step toward expanding bilateral oil trade and strengthening economic ties between the two large economies. Reliance Industries emerges as the key corporate player in the deal. The Indian energy giant, led by Mukesh Ambani, operates the world’s largest refining complex and seeks stronger crude supply partnerships with American producers. U.S. shale oil producers gain a stable export market because Indian refineries increasingly import crude from American energy basins. Rising demand from India creates new opportunities for U.S. energy companies…

As the third day of U.S. and Israeli strikes began, Iran’s close allies, Russia and China, have only moderately reacted with criticism. This shows how limited Iran’s “strategic partnerships” with Moscow and Beijing really are. Russia and China have both spoken out against the U.S.-led strikes, but they have not promised to help Iran in any way, military or civilian. During a phone call with his Russian colleague on Sunday, Wang Yi, the foreign minister of China, spoke out against the attacks that killed Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran. According to him, it was “unacceptable for the U.S.…

The US and Israel started “major combat operations” against Iran early Saturday morning, telling the people of Iran to get rid of their clerical leaders. The action is known as “Lion’s Roar” in Israel and “Epic Fury” in the US. Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, and other top leaders have been killed. The attack came two days after talks between the US and Iran about Tehran’s nuclear program finished without a deal. In response to what Iran’s foreign minister called a “unprovoked, illegal” attack by the US and Israel, it began its own attacks all over the Middle East. So…