June 21, 2025
Operating Assets

Short-term fixes trump long-term investments

“Growth is never by mere chance; it is the result of forces working together.” – James Cash Penney. Romania’s recent economic expansion reflects this reality – a dynamic interplay of consumer-driven momentum, fiscal policies and external constraints. While domestic demand continues to power ahead, the sustainability of this growth model is increasingly in question. Structural

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Gold Investing

Gold extends the range play as traders await US CPI for Fed rate-cut cues

Gold price struggles to build on the overnight move up, though the downside seems limited.  A modest USD bounce from a multi-month low and a positive risk tone cap the precious metal. Trade war fears and Fed rate cut bets support the XAU/USD pair ahead of the US CPI report.  Gold price (XAU/USD) remains confined

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Tangible Assets

Will XAU/USD defend 21-day SMA on US CPI inflation data?

Gold price consolidates Tuesday’s 1% rally above $2,900 amid cautious markets. Traders cash in on their US Dollar short positions heading into the US inflation test. Gold price reclaims 21-day SMA at $2,910, with more upside likely on daily bullish RSI. Gold price trades with caution above $2,900 early Wednesday as buyers take a breather

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Gold Investing

XAU/USD trades below $2,900 despite persistent risk aversion

XAU/USD Current price: $2,892.16 The United States will publish February Consumer Price Index figures this week. The Bank of Canada will announce its decision on monetary policy next Wednesday. XAU/USD turned bearish in the near term, could extend its slide in the upcoming sessions. Spot Gold trades with a softer tone on Monday, piercing the

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Financial Assets

Will The Growth Scare And Tariffs Continue To Sink Stocks?

Since its mid-February high, the S&P 500 has fallen by 7%, with 3% of that decline coming last week. … [+] The Magnificent 7 has retreated by almost 16% since mid-December. (Photo credit should read CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images) Future Publishing via Getty Images Since its mid-February high, the S&P 500 has fallen by

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Gold Investing

Trade tensions and geopolitical risks drive demand

Gold prices are rising due to growing concerns over trade tariffs and geopolitical instability. Investors seek safe-haven assets as US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China take effect. The risk of a global trade war adds to market uncertainty, increasing demand for gold. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs from Canada and China fuel fears

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Financial Assets

Seven money changes coming in March – including benefits change, fare hike and Spring Budget

MARCH will see some major money changes including a key tweak to benefits, train fare hikes and the Chancellor’s Spring Budget. There are also a number of deadlines coming up, including the end of the current round of the Household Support Fund and the last day to complete on a house purchase if you’re looking

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Gold Investing

XAU/USD breaches key $2,890 support ahead of US PCE inflation data

Gold price sits at two-week lows below $2,900, awaiting US PCE inflation data. US Dollar stands tall amid Trump’s tariff threats while US Treasury yields tank on dovish Fed bets. Gold price finds acceptance below the 21-day SMA at $2,890, but the daily RSI stays bullish. Gold price struggles near two-week lows below $2,900 in

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Gold Investing

XAU/USD under pressure around fresh weekly lows

XAU/USD Current price: $2,877.59 US President Donald Trump rectified tariffs will come into effect on March 4. The US will publish the January PCE Price Index on Friday. XAU/USD fell to fresh weekly lows, with another leg south likely. Spot Gold trades near a fresh weekly low of $2,867.76 on Thursday as risk aversion fueled demand

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Intangible Assets

Bay Area housing inventory in January approached pre-pandemic levels

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began nearly five years ago, the number of houses for sale in the Bay Area and across the country has been at historic lows while demand from buyers has been relentless, pushing home prices to record levels. But new data out this week shows the number of homes for sale in the

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