Bitcoin’s “digital gold” pitch is losing traction as traders shift toward precious metals. Gold and silver funds pulled in strong inflows, but Bitcoin-linked funds saw withdrawals. In response, crypto-native platforms are expanding commodity perps, betting investors want both hedges and speculative exposure amid dollar weakness and macro uncertainty.
India’s real estate market recorded 32 deals worth $763 million in Q1 2026, with volumes rising even as total deal value fell. Investors are gravitating toward mid-sized, income-generating commercial assets such as offices and retail. Domestic investors and private equity are driving activity, signaling a more mature market focused on yield and asset quality rather than sheer pricing.
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