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Gold prices surged to a record high on Tuesday, buoyed by a weakening dollar ahead of the Federal Reserve s anticipated policy meeting. Expectations of a near-certain interest rate cut by the Fed further fueled the rally. Meanwhile, SPDR Gold Trust reported an increase in its holdings, reflecting growing investor confidence in the precious metal. Elsewhere, a U.S.

The dollar weakened against the euro, Aussie, and pound. Investors anticipate a Federal Reserve interest rate cut this week. Further rate reductions are expected. Donald Trump urged for aggressive monetary easing. Softening labour market data fueled these expectations. Wall Street reached new records. The euro, sterling, and Australian dollar held steady. The U.S. dollar remained flat against the yen.

Oil prices remained stable after a previous session increase, influenced by concerns over potential Russian supply disruptions due to Ukrainian refinery attacks. Market sentiment was also affected by the U.S. Federal Reserve s anticipated interest rate cut, which could stimulate fuel demand. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and progress in U.S.-China trade talks further contributed to market dynamics.

South Korean shares reached a record high on Tuesday. This surge was fueled by gains in chipmakers, mirroring positive trends on Wall Street. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix saw significant increases. The KOSPI index rose, marking its eleventh consecutive session of gains. Foreign investors were net buyers of Korean shares. The Korean won strengthened slightly against the US dollar.

Tencent Holdings, a prominent Chinese gaming and social media giant, is set to issue offshore yuan-denominated bonds with varying maturities. According to a term sheet, the dim sum bonds will include five-year, 10-year, and 30-year tranches. Initial price guidance suggests interest rates of approximately 2.6% for the five-year, 3% for the 10-year, and 3.

ama Stays & Trails expands with its 150th bungalow. The new property, Anand Bhawan Palace, opens in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh. This marks the brand s entry into the state. The palace, originally built in 1929, features six suites. Each suite is named after perfumes of Kannauj. The opening caters to rising demand for private stays.

France is considering blocking crypto firms licensed in other EU countries, concerned about lenient licensing standards under the new MiCA regime. The AMF worries companies are exploiting regulatory differences and seeking weaker jurisdictions. France, along with Italy and Austria, advocates for the ESMA to oversee major crypto firms, aiming for consistent supervision and enhanced investor protection across the bloc.

Following the RBI s restoration of risk weights, bank lending to NBFCs has slowed significantly, growing only 2.6% in the first four months of FY26. Banks are particularly cautious towards smaller NBFCs with high exposure to microfinance and unsecured loans.

Investor confidence in renewable energy is surging, driving up the value of distressed assets. Recent auctions of wind energy firms like Regen Powertech and Wind World (India) have seen bids exceeding reserve prices significantly, boosting lender recoveries. This renewed interest is fueled by India s ambitious renewable energy targets and a turnaround in the power sector after years of struggles.

The Association of Healthcare Providers of India (AHPI) has voiced concerns regarding Star Health Insurance s suspension of cashless treatment at various hospitals, including Care Hospitals and Manipal. AHPI reports disruptions at Max and other hospitals, along with slowed or denied empanelment for facilities like Fortis Manesar and Medanta Noida.