Asian markets opened lower mirroring losses in the US. Global investors adopted a risk-off approach. Technology stocks faced significant selling pressure. This sentiment impacted cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. However, US futures showed a slight uptick. Concerns over AI company valuations and infrastructure spending are growing. This led to a rise in Treasury yields for longer maturities. Gold and silver prices surged.
Private Banks, Energy and IT offer value in subdued market: Mark Matthews
Mark Matthews of Julius Baer highlights silver’s fundamental strength driven by industrial and defense demand, while gold’s support comes from Indian household wealth. He anticipates