Gold and silver prices experienced a significant slump on Monday, with gold futures dropping 5.6% and silver falling 11%. This decline occurred despite escalating West Asia conflict, as rising inflation fears and expectations of higher global interest rates overshadowed safe haven demand.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, fueled by strong earnings and falling crude prices, marking their longest weekly gain streak since October 2024.