AI rout exposes Wall Street’s $270 billion speculation machine

A recent tech sell-off exposed how modern speculation amplifies both rallies and reversals. Retail investors’ enthusiasm for leveraged products tied to AI chips and SpaceX, alongside financial engineering in crypto, led to rapid gains and equally swift losses. These products, designed for faster, more concentrated bets, are increasingly shaping market dynamics, bringing a casino-like element…

European shares slip as tech selloff bites, Zalando slides

European markets retreated from record highs Friday, with tech stocks mirroring global weakness. Zalando shares plunged after a German probe into its accounts, impacting the retail sector. Investors grappled with AI’s uncertain impact on tech, while chipmakers saw declines. Despite the dip, the STOXX 600 managed modest weekly gains, buoyed by easing oil concerns and…

Gold slips as Fed rate-hike expectations buoy dollar

Gold prices dipped on Wednesday, reaching their lowest point since June 11, as a stronger dollar, fueled by anticipated U.S. interest rate hikes, made the precious metal pricier for international buyers. Investors are also weighing mixed signals from U.S.-Iran peace talks, adding to market uncertainty. Meanwhile, Dubai’s commodities exchange is set to launch a new…

Gold may fall to $3,800 on Fed hike risk; ETF outflows, weak Asia demand weigh: Deutsche Bank report

Deutsche Bank has significantly lowered its gold price forecast, warning of a potential drop to $3,800 per ounce if the Federal Reserve implements three to four rate hikes. This shift comes as resilient US economic data and monetary policy tightening are increasingly influencing gold prices, overshadowing geopolitical tensions and oil prices. Asian demand also shows…