The Netherlands plans to impose a 36% tax on unrealized gains from stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies starting in 2028. Critics warn the move could drive investors to shift capital abroad.
Gold, silver, and cryptocurrencies rebounded sharply as easing geopolitical tensions and renewed risk appetite fueled one of the strongest recovery rallies in recent memory. U.S. equities fully erased recent losses, while bitcoin posted its largest daily gain on record.