CME Group has raised margin requirements for gold and silver futures after historic price crashes triggered extreme volatility. The hikes, effective Monday, aim to stabilise markets as collateral demands rise across precious metals. The move follows steep declines in gold and silver, intensifying pressure on leveraged traders.
New Nasdaq 100 ETF to launch soon, BlackRock fund to give investors exposure to AI-driven tech rally
BlackRock is launching the iShares Nasdaq 100 ETF to capitalize on strong demand for AI-driven technology stocks. The fund will compete with established Nasdaq-100 offerings