The US administration has announced a 10% minimum tariff rate on various countries, with particularly high rates on Asian and European nations. Reciprocal tariffs equivalent to ~50% of the combined estimated rate of US export barriers have been imposed. India faces 27% tariffs, while China confronts 34%, potentially sparking a global trade war and economic growth concerns.
Gold and silver rise from near one-week lows on bargain-hunting
Friday brought a pleasant uplift for gold and silver prices, thanks to savvy bargain hunters jumping in. After dipping to a one-week low earlier, the
February 13, 2026