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Ceasefire lifts Gulf oil hopes as dollar slides on US Iran talks focus

Ceasefire lifts Gulf oil hopes as dollar slides on US Iran talks focus

A Gulf ceasefire has helped resume oil shipping and ease fears of escalation with Iran, pushing investors to move away from safe-haven assets. As the dollar weakens, demand shifts toward currencies like the euro and sterling, signaling changing expectations ahead of US-Iran talks and renewed attention to regional risk.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Dollar Surges to One Week High After US Iran Peace Talks Collapse

Dollar Surges to One Week High After US Iran Peace Talks Collapse

The US dollar edged higher to a one-week peak in Asian trade as markets turned cautious after scheduled US-Iran peace talks were reported to have collapsed. Traders linked the move to skepticism surrounding President Donald Trump’s indefinite ceasefire extension announcement, boosting demand for the dollar as a safe haven amid ongoing uncertainty.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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Gold ETFs surge as safe haven rush meets record inflows and a relentless gold price rally

Gold ETFs surge as safe haven rush meets record inflows and a relentless gold price rally

ICRA Analytics says gold ETFs are drawing sharply more investor money as geopolitical worries mount and gold prices keep rallying. Assets under management have grown to about Rs 1.71 lakh crore, with nearly 65% CAGR over five years. In March 2026 alone, inflows jumped to ₹2,266 crore, signaling a stronger shift toward safe-haven portfolios.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Gold and silver slip in India as dollar firms and tensions cool

Gold and silver slip in India as dollar firms and tensions cool

Gold and silver prices fell in India on Tuesday as a firmer US dollar weighed on bullion and safe-haven demand eased with cautious optimism over US-Iran peace talks. By midday, 24K gold slipped to around ₹1,55,280 per 10 grams, while silver dropped nearly 1% to about ₹2,50,210 per kg on the MCX.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Bitcoin nears 95K as US inflation stays tame and tensions spark safe haven buying

Bitcoin nears 95K as US inflation stays tame and tensions spark safe haven buying

Bitcoin surged to nearly $95,000 as softer US inflation data held steady and geopolitical worries pushed investors toward safe havens. Ethereum and leading altcoins also climbed sharply. Market analysts point to improving liquidity and easing selling pressure, suggesting the broader crypto bid may still have room to run if risk appetite persists.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Gold and silver ETFs rebound after sharp 20% crash Investors face a tough call now

Gold and silver ETFs rebound after sharp 20% crash Investors face a tough call now

Gold and silver ETFs jumped Tuesday, rebounding after a sudden 20% drop over two sessions. The recovery still faces headwinds: rising yields and tight liquidity continue to pressure bullion prices. Analysts say the dip may create longer-term accumulation opportunities because safe-haven demand remains strong amid ongoing geopolitical risks, but volatility is likely to persist.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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