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Global markets lose over $6.5 trillion in one day as extreme volatility hits metals, equities, and cryptocurrencies.
Foreign investors channel $2.3 billion into Brazilian stocks in January, sending the Ibovespa sharply higher.
Swedish pension fund Alecta exits most U.S. Treasury positions, citing rising political and economic risks, cutting about $8 billion since 2025.
Global markets surged as bitcoin climbed above $96,000 for the first time since November, while silver and copper hit fresh records amid aggressive short covering and renewed investor risk appetite.
Silver’s market value climbed to $4.63 trillion, surpassing NVIDIA and ranking second globally behind gold.
Silver surged to a historic high above $82 per ounce, posting its strongest performance since 1979 and overtaking Nvidia by market value amid an explosive commodities rally.
Spot silver climbed to $70 per ounce for the first time ever, extending a powerful rally driven by supply shortages, strong investment demand, and spillover momentum from gold.
Electronic Arts shareholders have approved a $55 billion takeover by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, marking one of the largest deals in gaming history and deepening the kingdom’s push into global entertainment.
Elon Musk has become the first individual in history to surpass a $600 billion net worth after a major increase in SpaceX’s valuation, pushing his fortune to unprecedented levels.
Spot silver reached $60 per ounce for the first time ever, propelled by tight supplies and growing demand. The surge is drawing fresh scrutiny as supply shortages, rising industrial demand, and speculative flows reshape silver’s traditional role.
The Bank for International Settlements says gold’s 60% surge alongside record-setting equities marks an unusual pattern that may signal speculative excess across major markets.
The number of dollar billionaires worldwide rose by 287 over the past year, reaching 2,919 individuals as total global billionaire wealth expanded 13% to $15.8 trillion.
Saving $10,000 a day since year 1st would total $7.3B – still far below Elon Musk’s near-trillion fortune.
Silver has outperformed gold in 2025, soaring 71% amid tightening supply, emptying vaults, and accelerating industrial demand from EVs, AI hardware, and solar technologies. Analysts say prices may continue rising.
Deutsche Bank increased its 2026 gold price forecast to $4,450 per ounce, citing stronger investor flows and persistent central-bank buying that continue to tighten supply.