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The Trust holds gold bars and from time to time, issues Baskets in exchange for deposits of gold and distributes gold in connection with redemptions of Baskets. The investment objective of the Trust is for the Shares to reflect the performance of the price of gold bullion, less the Trusts expenses. The Sponsor believes that, for many investors, the Shares represent a cost-effective investment in gold.

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Gold and Silver are trading lower, possibly due to a delay in tariffs. Also, Trump-Russia talks may reduce safe-haven asset demand.

<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Time To Lock In Some Profits On Gold&nbsp;</h3>
Gold has been on a tear this year so far, as you can see by the&nbsp;Sprott Physical Gold Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHYS#NYSE">PHYS</a>) chart below.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="920" height="565" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-5808" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart.jpg 920w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart-300x184.jpg 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095653/PHYS-Chart-768x472.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px" /></figure>
(The picture is almost exactly the same for the more popular&nbsp;SPDR Gold Trust&nbsp;(ARCA:GLD), but ZeroHedge readers prefer PHYS).&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trends Toward Peace And Disinflation&nbsp;</h2>
Nevertheless, several different trends emerged this week that may be bearish for gold:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The beginning of the end of The Russia-Ukraine War. War, and geopolitical uncertainty are traditionally bullish for gold. This week, we got intimations of the the opposite. President Trump and President Putin spoke by phone, and Russia and the United States agreed to exchange prisoners and to begin negotiating an end to the war in Europe. The Trump administration already conceded that the Ukraine would not be admitted to NATO, U.S. troops would not serve as peacekeepers there, and any peacekeepers stationed between Russia and the U.S. would not be covered by NATO&#8217;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natohq/topics_110496.htm">Article 5</a>.</li>
<li>More olive branches from President Trump. President Trump said he&#8217;d like to see Russia back in the G-7 (it was called the G-8 at the time), and he planned to propose to both President Putin and President Xi of China that all three countries cut their military spending in half. </li>
<li>Major steps to cut U.S. federal spending. All else equal, more government spending means more inflation, which can be bullish for gold. This week saw some steps in the opposite direction: Elon Musk&#8217;s Department of Government Efficiency continued to identify government waste, and the Trump administration began massive layoffs of government employees. </li>
<li>RFK Jr. confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services. A lot of federal spending goes to managing chronic diseases, and Robert Kennedy, Jr. as HHS Secretary intends to take steps to reduce America&#8217;s chronic disease burden.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Lock In Gold Gains</h2>
If you are a conservative investor, the simplest way to lock in some of your gold gains would be to sell some gold. If you&#8217;d rather not sell, you can also hedge, by using a gold-tracking ETF with options traded on it such as GLD. Currently, the cost of hedging against large declines in gold is extremely cheap.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="609" height="1024" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD-609x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-5809" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD-609x1024.jpg 609w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD-179x300.jpg 179w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/14095752/GLD.jpg 714w" sizes="(max-width: 609px) 100vw, 609px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The optimal hedge against a >20% decline in GLD by mid-August, as of Thursday&#8217;s close. Screen capture via the Portfolio Armor iPhone app. </figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">For More Aggressive Investors</h2>
If you&#8217;re a more aggressive investor, you might consider expanding your horizons beyond precious metals. We&#8217;ve had some success this week with our defined-risk options trades, for example.&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Call spread on Astera Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALAB#NASDAQ">ALAB</a>). Entered at a net debit of $0.50 on 2/3/2025; exited at a net credit of $0.60 on 2/11/2025. Profit: 20%.</li>
<li>Call on Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>). Bought at $1.91 on 2/11/2025; sold at $4.10 on 2/13/2025. Profit: 115%.</li>
<li>Calls on Opera, Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPRA#NASDAQ">OPRA</a>). Bought for $0.65 on 2/6/2025; sold (half) for $1.85 on 2/13/2025. Profit: 185%.</li>
<li>Calls on Opera, Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPRA#NASDAQ">OPRA</a>). Bought for $0.65 on <a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-short-term-speculative-383" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2/6/2025</a>; sold (half) for $1.95 on 2/10/2025. Profit: 200%.</li>
<li>Calls on&nbsp;Robinhood Markets, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>). Bought for $2.30 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-the-nuclear-option" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">10/31/2024</a>; sold (half) for $33.50 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-the-nuclear-option/comment/93261317" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2/13/2025</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 1,443%.</li>
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On Thursday, U.S. markets closed higher, boosted by Nvidia, Apple, and Tesla, after Trump proposed reciprocal tariffs. Stocks gained as producer prices rose while core inflation remained stable. Treasury yields fell, indicating confidence in cooling inflation. The Nasdaq and Dow also advanced, with the S&amp;P marking its strongest rise since mid-January.
According to economic data, the Producer Price Index rose 3.5% annually, the highest since early 2023, exceeding forecasts. Monthly growth also surpassed expectations at 0.4%. Core PPI, excluding food and energy, increased by 3.6% yearly and 0.3% monthly, both above projections.
All eleven S&amp;P 500 sector indexes advanced, with materials leading the gains and consumer discretionary, which also saw a strong increase.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.77% and closed at 44,711.43, the S&amp;P 500 closed higher by 1.04% at 6,115.07, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 1.50% to finish at 19,945.64.
Aisa Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed lower by 0.79%, ending the session at 39,164.50. Losses in the Textile, Transportation Equipment, and Chemical, Petroleum, and plastic sectors led the decline.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.19% to 8,555.80, led by gains in the Consumer Staples, Gold, and IT sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 0.58% at 22,897.25, and Nifty 500 slid by 1.45%, closing at 20,600.25, led by losses in the Capital Goods, Power, and Public Sector Undertakings sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.43% and closed at 3,346.72, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.87% at 3,939.01.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session higher by 3.69% at 22,620.33.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.01%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.37%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.20%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.30%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.13% at $71.38/bbl, and Brent was up 0.25% at $75.21/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rebounded, ending weeks of decline, supported by rising fuel demand and delayed U.S. tariffs. Market optimism grew over potential trade agreements, but gains remained limited amid possible Russian supply increases.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.76% to $3.692.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.51% at $2,960.31, Silver was up 4.05% to $34.045, and Copper slid 0.03% to $4.7770.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.28%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.11% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.06%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.07% to 106.98, USD/JPY was down 0.20% to 152.52, and USD/AUD slid 0.31% to 1.5780.</li>
<li>As delayed reciprocal tariffs eased market concerns, the U.S. dollar steadied near a three-week low. Inflation fears softened after a producer price report, while optimism around Ukraine-Russia peace talks boosted the euro.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Gold Advances - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Gold's historic rally may be far from over. Bank of America hinted the precious metal could climb to $3,500 per ounce, driven by investment demand and central bank buying amid growing global economic and policy uncertainties.
In a note shared Wednesday, Bank of America commodity strategist Francisco Blanch said gold's rally has been largely fueled by "exceptional purchases by the official sector" as central banks seek to hedge against geopolitical and fiscal risks. 
Spot gold – as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) – is currently trading at $2,920 per ounce as of Feb. 13, 2025, up 11.3% year-to-date. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Will Gold Reach $3,500?</h3>
For gold to average $3,000 per ounce in 2025, investment demand needs to rise by just 1%, according to Bank of America's analysis. 
Yet, reaching $3,500 would require a more significant 10% jump. While this might seem like a steep climb, Blanch indicated that it's "not impossible."
One major factor supporting this outlook is China's recent decision to allow insurance funds to invest in gold through various financial instruments. 
China's Financial Supervision Administration has launched a pilot program that could unlock as much as $25 billion to $28 billion in gold purchases, equivalent to about 300 metric tons, or 6.5% of the annual global market.
Chinese insurers, managing an estimated $4.4 trillion in total assets, are now permitted to allocate up to 1% of their portfolios to gold. With declining returns on traditional investments and a growing appetite for safe-haven assets, Bank of America's analysts believe insurers will likely use their full allowance within a year.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Central Banks And Geopolitical Uncertainty</h3>
Global central banks have been aggressively accumulating gold, largely as a hedge against geopolitical and economic instability. 
&#8220;We agree that&nbsp;the gold market is pricing in&nbsp;increased&nbsp;policy tensions,&#8221; Blanch said.
The World Gold Council reported that total gold demand hit a record 4,974 metric tons in 2024, with central bank purchases exceeding 1,000 metric tons for the third consecutive year.
Gold investment also surged in 2024, with demand rising 25%—the highest annual growth rate since 2020. Gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which had seen heavy outflows in previous years, stabilized as investors turned to the metal amid market uncertainties.
"Total gold demand (including OTC investment) rose 1% year-over-year in Q4 to reach a new quarterly high and contribute to a record annual total," the World Gold Council said in its latest report.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Impact Of US Policy: Could The Dollar Actually Weaken? </h3>
One of the key uncertainties supporting gold demand is the direction of U.S. economic policy under President Donald Trump.
Trump administration is considering fresh tariffs on key trading partners, a move that could initially strengthen the U.S. dollar, according to Bank of America. Yet, policymakers are also discussing efforts to weaken the currency in an attempt to rebalance the elevated U.S. trade deficit, which could eventually support gold prices.
Bank of America's note highlighted that "the call for a weaker USD is also discussed along with a push to rebalance external accounts." A weaker dollar typically makes gold more attractive to international investors.
If investment demand continues its upward trajectory, gold's run may be far from over. Whether it reaches $3,500 will depend on just how much more investors and institutions flock to the metal in the months ahead.
Read Next: 
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/02/43512109/gold-extends-records-as-central-banks-rush-to-buy-bullion-miners-eye-sixth-straight-winning-week">Gold Extends Records As Central Banks Rush To Buy Bullion, Miners Eye Sixth Straight Winning Week</a></li>
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Gold Could Reach $3,500 As Demand Rises On 'Increased Policy Tensions,' Says Bank of America

Gold is trading higher following greater-than-expected January PPI figures.

Inflation is back in the spotlight as broad-based price pressures hit U.S. producers in January 2025, fueling concerns that businesses will either absorb rising costs or pass them to consumers and dampening hopes for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. </a>
The Producer Price Index surged 3.5% year over year in January, according to Thursday's release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
This marks an acceleration from December's 3.3% and exceeds the 3.2% forecast tracked by TradingEconomics. January's surge also represents the highest annual reading since February 2023 and the fourth consecutive increase in the headline index, highlighting persistent inflationary pressures.
On a monthly basis, PPI climbed 0.4%, decelerating from December's 0.5% and surpassing the expected 0.3%.
The hotter-than-anticipated PPI follows a similarly stronger-than-expected Consumer Price Index report on Wednesday, which showed consumer inflation climbing 3.3% year over year.
Within major PPI categories, energy recorded the highest monthly increase, up 1.7% in January. 
&#8220;Over half of the broad-based January advance can be traced to a 1.7-percent increase in prices for final demand energy,&#8221; the BLS said.
Yet, even when excluding volatile food and energy costs, the core PPI soared 3.6% annually, slightly easing from December's upwardly revised 3.7% but still above the 3.3% estimate. 
On a monthly basis, core PPI surged 0.3%, slightly easing from an upwardly revised 0.4% reading in December and matching the expected 0.3%.
On Wednesday, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43676811/producer-inflation-preview-why-is-fed-chair-powell-closely-watching-thursdays-wholesale-prices">Fed Chair Jerome Powell said </a>that an overheated PPI, combined with the already strong CPI, could push up the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index, the central bank's preferred inflation measure.
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<th>December 2024</th>
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<td>PPI YoY</td>
<td>3.5%</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
<td>3.2%</td>
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<td>PPI MoM</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
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<td>Core PPI YoY</td>
<td>3.6%</td>
<td>3.7%</td>
<td>3.3%</td>
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<td>Core PPI MoM</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h2>
Although the PPI report came in hotter than expected, investors didn&#8217;t immediately pile into the dollar or unload stocks and Treasuries, as typically seen with strong inflation data.
The U.S. Dollar Index, tracked by Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>), fell slightly minutes after the PPI release.
Treasury yields remained steady, with the 10-year yield holding 9 basis points to 4.63%. Rising yields pressured risk assets, sending stocks lower.
Futures on the S&amp;P 500 index, closely tracked by SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), rose 0.2% by 8:38 a.m. ET.
In the crypto market, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) held steady at $96,100, down 1.9% for the session. 
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On Wednesday, U.S. markets closed mixed, with the S&amp;P 500 declining as unexpectedly high inflation data heightened concerns about delayed Fed rate cuts. Nvidia and Amazon weakened, weighing on the index, while strong earnings lifted CVS and Gilead. Inflation worries also challenged Trump&#8217;s tariff plans, adding to market uncertainty.
In economic data, January&#8217;s CPI rose faster than expected, hitting 3% year-over-year and exceeding forecasts. Monthly inflation climbed 0.5%, the highest since August 2023, accelerating from December&#8217;s 0.4% increase.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors declined, with materials, energy, and real estate stocks falling, while consumer staples and communication services outperformed and closed higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.50% and closed at 44,368.56, the S&amp;P 500 closed lower by 0.27% at 6,051.97, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.03% to finish at 19,649.95.
Aisa Markets Today
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<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed higher by 1.26%, ending the session at 39,475.50, led by gains in the Steel, Mining, and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.06% to 8,540.00, led by gains in the Metals &amp; Mining, Materials and Resources sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 0.12% at 23,016.80, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.10%, closing at 20,886.85, led by losses in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, Healthcare, and Technology sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.42% and closed at 3,332.48, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 went down 0.38% at 3,905.14               .</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session lower by 0.20% at 21,814.37.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 1.22%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 1.44%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 1.28%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.68%</li>
<li>European shares hit record highs Thursday, driven by strong earnings from Nestlé and Siemens, alongside optimism over U.S.-Russia peace talks on Ukraine. Automobiles surged, while Britain&#8217;s FTSE dipped, dragged by Unilever.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.46% at $70.33/bbl, and Brent was down 1.36% at $74.16/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices edged lower as potential Russia-Ukraine peace talks and rising U.S. crude inventories pressured the market. Optimism over eased supply risks outweighed inflation concerns despite recent tightening supply trends.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 3.39% to $3.686.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.53% at $2,944.81, Silver was up 0.15% to $32.835, and Copper rose 0.06% to $4.7077.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.04%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.01%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.16%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.34% to 107.64, USD/JPY was down 0.36% to 153.79, and USD/AUD rose 0.18% to 1.5954.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar weakened as hopes for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal lifted sentiment, boosting the euro and ruble. Meanwhile, Japan&#8217;s yen strengthened due to rising inflation, and the U.K. GDP unexpectedly grew.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Hits Highs On Earnings; Oil Dips On Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks - Global Markets Today While US Slept

U.S. stocks are wavering as investors have braced themselves for potential shifts in tariff policies from President Donald Trump. Markets remain cautious as Trump prepares to unveil his universal like-for-like tariff plan, set for midweek. On Feb. 10, the President imposed 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports starting March 4, intensifying pressure on top trading partners Canada and Mexico. Investors are weighing the potential impact of a trade war on corporate earnings, global growth and inflation.
Trump&#39;s steel tariffs could trigger a broader trade war as the EU threatens &lsquo;proportionate countermeasures. Tensions between the United States and China had already escalated after the United States implemented a 10% tariff on Chinese imports on Feb. 4. In response, China retaliated with tariffs on U.S. products, including a 15% levy on coal and liquefied natural gas (AMEX:LNG) and a 10% tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery and automobiles from Feb. 10.
Meanwhile, UBS believes that the U.S. effective tariff rate on China will&nbsp;<a href="http://www.aastocks.com/en/stocks/news/aafn-news/NOW.1414645/1" target="_blank">eventually rise to 30%</a>&nbsp;from the current 11%. Investors are also worried about the Fed&#39;s policy momentum. Markets are eager for insights on how tariffs could influence inflation (read: <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2411504/5-sector-etfs-walk-a-tightrope-amid-trade-tensions" target="_blank">5 Sector ETFs Walk a Tightrope Amid Trade Tensions</a>).
<h2>ETFs to Play</h2>
Against this backdrop, below we highlight a few safe exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that could be gainful in the near term.
SPDR Gold Trust GLD
Gold is often viewed as a safe-haven asset. Gold prices jump at the time of economic uncertainties. No wonder, gold prices surged to a fresh record as investors sought safety amid economic uncertainty. Note that unlike fiat currencies, which can be printed in unlimited quantities, gold has a finite supply. This scarcity helps maintain its value. Lately, demand for gold from central banks has been pretty high (read: <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2408987/5-reasons-why-gold-etfs-are-smart-bets-now?art_rec=etfs-overview-zacks_news-ID04-txt-2408987" target="_blank">5 Reasons Why Gold ETFs Are Smart Bets Now</a>).
Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF XLP
In periods of economic uncertainty, market volatility, or inflationary pressures, the consumer staples sector is often considered a safe investment. The sector sells essential goods with steady demand. Unlike discretionary sectors, where spending fluctuates with economic cycles, consumer staples tend to have predictable revenues and earnings. Many consumer staples companies have a long history of paying consistent and growing dividends.
Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF XLU
The utility stocks also get a safe-haven tag. Utilities provide essential services such as electricity, water, and natural gas, which people and businesses rely on regardless of economic conditions. This makes the sector non-cyclical, meaning demand remains stable even during recessions. Utilities can often pass increased costs to consumers through regulated rate adjustments. Moreover, the latest AI boom has brightened the demand for utilities even more as this sector satisfies the AI industry&#39;s energy needs.
Invesco CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust FXY
The Japanese yen is widely recognized as a safe-haven currency, often appreciating during economic uncertainty, market volatility and geopolitical instability.Japan&#39;s consistent current account surplus indicates that the country is a net creditor to the world, bolstering confidence in the yen during turbulent times. The Japanese yen has been in great shape lately due to Bank of Japan&#39;s hawkish monetary policy (read: <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2410818/time-for-yen-etf?art_rec=etfs-overview-zacks_news-ID01-txt-2410818" target="_blank">Time for Yen ETF?</a>).
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Benzinga Market Summary: January Inflation Comes In Above Estimates, CVS Stock Surges On Strong Earnings, Bitcoin And Gold Move Lower as CPI Figures Dampen Rate Cut Outlook

Price pressures surged more than expected in the first month of the year, fueled by increases in both energy goods and underlying service items, dampening investor expectations for Federal Reserve <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">interest rate cuts</a>.
The headline Consumer Price Index rose to 3% year-over-year in data released Wednesday, up 0.1 percentage points compared to December and above median economist forecasts of 2.9%, as tracked by TradingEconomics. On a monthly basis, inflation grew by 0.5%, sharply outpacing expectations of 0.3% and accelerating from December&#8217;s 0.4% gain.
This marks the highest monthly inflation rate since August 2023.
Core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, inched up from 3.2% to 3.3% year-over-year. On a monthly basis, core inflation rose 0.4%, surprising estimates of 0.3% and outrunning December&#8217;s 0.2% increase.
Prior to the January inflation report, markets had fully priced in just one rate cut by the end of the year, while the probability of two reductions by December 2025 stands at about 42%, as per the CME FedWatch tool.
&#8220;The index for shelter rose 0.4 percent in January, accounting for nearly 30 percent of the monthly all items increase,&#8221; the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicated Wednesday. 
Fuel oil rose by 6.2% on the month, recording the highest monthly increase among CPI items. 
On Wednesday, President Donald Trump reaffirmed his stance that interest rates should be reduced, indicating this move would align with tariff policies.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell is set to testify before the Committee on Financial Services later on Wednesday. 
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<td>0.5%</td>
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<td>3.3%</td>
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<td>0.4%</td>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h3>
The U.S. dollar index, which is tracked by the&nbsp;Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>),&nbsp;rallied 0.5% shortly after the release.
Treasury yields rose,&nbsp;with the 10-year yield up by 9&nbsp;basis points to 4.63%.
Gold, as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), tanked by 1%, along with futures on major U.S. indices.
Contracts on the S&amp;P 500 index, which is closely tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), were down 1.1% by 8:37 a.m. ET. 
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) plummeted 2% to below $95,000. 
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Inflation Rises More Than Expected In January, Chills Interest Rate Cut Hopes

On Tuesday, February 11, U.S. markets closed mixed, with gains in Coca-Cola and Apple countering Tesla&#8217;s decline. Fed Chair Powell signaled no urgency for rate cuts, citing a strong economy. Investors monitored potential new tariffs after Trump raised steel and aluminum levies. Heightened uncertainty points to increased market volatility.
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In economic data, The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index dropped to 102.8 in January, down from 105.1 in the prior month and falling short of the projected 104.6.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Tuesday, led by consumer staples, energy, and real estate, while consumer discretionary and health care declined.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.28% and closed at 44,593.65, the S&amp;P 500 closed higher by 0.03% at 6,068.50, while the Nasdaq Composite slid 0.36% to finish at 19,643.86.
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<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed higher by 0.47%, ending the session at 38,984.50, led by gains in the Shipbuilding, Paper &amp; Pulp, and Non-Metal Minerals sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.60% to 8,535.30, led by gains in the Industrials, Financials and Consumer Staples sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 0.06% at 23,057.80, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.16%, closing at 20,917.65. The losses were led by the Real Estate, Auto, and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.8% and closed at 3,346.39, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 0.95% at 3,919.86                 .</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session higher by 2.64% at 21,857.92.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.13%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.25%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.14%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.04%</li>
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Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.16% at $72.45/bbl, and Brent was down 0.99% at $76.25/bbl.</li>
<li>Crude oil prices declined as rising U.S. stockpiles and hawkish comments from the Federal Reserve signaled slower rate cuts, weighing on sentiment. Concerns over demand and economic uncertainty persisted while the Energy Information Administration raised its U.S. production forecast.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 0.85% to $3.492.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.84% at $2,908.29, Silver was down 0.45% to $32.170, and Copper slid 0.07% to $4.5977.</li>
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U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.17%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.15% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.07%.
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<li>The U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.05% to 107.98, USD/JPY was up 0.78% to 153.64, and USD/AUD rose 0.28% to 1.5932.</li>
<li>The dollar held steady as traders awaited U.S. inflation data, with Powell&#8217;s hawkish stance lifting Treasury yields. Yen weakened, while tariff concerns and market uncertainty influenced currency movements and rate cut expectations.</li>
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While gold continues to climb toward its historic milestone of $3,000 per ounce, propelled by the escalating tariff wars, gold miners have <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43590446/gold-prices-near-3000-outpacing-us-equities-as-it-hits-a-fresh-record-high-amid-donald-trumps-trade-war-led-market-uncertainty" rel="noreferrer noopener">lagged this success</a>. Rising labor costs, foreign government pressures, and inflation are squeezing profitability, raising questions on whether they can catch up.
Gold's recent performance has been stellar, as the precious metal gained 27% in 2024 and over 11% in the first six weeks of 2025. However, mining equities have not kept up the pace.
Top majors Barrick (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOLD#NYSE">GOLD</a>) and Newmont NYSE: NEM) reported disappointing third-quarter earnings, as all-in-sustaining costs (AISC) rose by 20% and 13%, respectively.
"Labor remains one of the substantial expenses for miners, and we expect the inflation story to continue playing out over the next year or so," Sarah Tomlinson, director of mine supply at Metal Focus, noted for Reuters.
In Australia, a major gold-producing country, the Albanese government's "<a target="_blank" href="https://ministers.dewr.gov.au/watt/same-job-same-pay-growing-wages-australian-workers" rel="noreferrer noopener">Same Job, Same Pay</a>" legislation has increased wages for mine workers. The policy, which came into effect last November, ensures that temporary workers receive the same pay as permanent employees performing the same job.
Thus, 120 workers in New South Wales mines saw annual wages rise by up to $22,000, with another 1,500 workers likely to benefit from similar adjustments. While this policy promotes wage equity, it has added to miners' cost burdens, particularly in an industry grappling with labor shortages and declining interest in mining careers.
Rising gold prices have also driven governments' interest in boosting royalty participation within their jurisdictions. The military-led government has introduced new royalties and tax demands in Mali, Africa's fourth-largest gold producer. The government has increased its share of mining revenues and ordered Barrick to pay back <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/24/10/41571989/mali-government-threatens-barricks-loulo-mine-permit-over-disputes-on-economic-benefit-sharin" rel="noreferrer noopener">hundreds of millions</a> in taxes and dividends.
In turn, this had a double-whammy impact: effectively, it drove down the country's production—which <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43588936/malian-gold-output-falls-23-as-new-mining-law-pressures-producers" rel="noreferrer noopener">fell by 23%</a> in 2024—while making operations there less profitable.
Still, the gold mining industry has been grappling with rising AISC for years. Since 2016, the average AISC has climbed steadily, driven by higher energy, materials, and labor costs.
In 2022, AISC reached a record high of $1,276 per ounce, up 18% year over year, <a target="_blank" href="https://ibisingold.com/en/article/gold-mining-costs-have-reached-record-levels-what-is-next-for-the-metal" rel="noreferrer noopener">per</a> IBIS InGold.
Despite producer cost pressures, gold's long-term outlook remains strong. Sabrin Chowdhury, head of commodities analysis at BMI, expects it to continue outperforming other metals.
"Gold is benefiting strongly from economic and geopolitical risks, and we expect it to remain elevated," Chowdhury recently <a target="_blank" href="https://www.fitchsolutions.com/bmi/events/mining-and-metals-key-themes-2025-04-02-2025" rel="noreferrer noopener">noted</a>, highlighting central bank buying, trade tensions, and FED's rate cuts as supporting factors.
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Gold Nears $3,000 But Miners Struggle As Rising Costs Squeeze Profits

On Monday, February 10, U.S. markets closed higher, driven by gains in Nvidia and other AI-related stocks. Steelmakers rallied after President Trump announced new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. U.S. metals producers saw substantial gains, with companies like Nucor, U.S. Steel, and Steel Dynamics rising sharply. Investors remain optimistic as corporate earnings surpass expectations, signaling stronger growth than initially projected for the year ahead.
Regarding economic data, U.S. consumer inflation expectations for the upcoming year remained unchanged at 3% in January for the third consecutive month.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Monday, with energy, tech, and utilities leading the way, while financial and utilities stocks declined.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.38% and closed at 44,470.41, the S&amp;P 500 closed higher by 0.67% at 6,066.44, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.98% to finish at 19,714.27.
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<li>Japan markets closed for the National Day holiday.</li>
<li>On Tuesday, Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.01% to 8,484.00, led by gains in the Gold, Industrials and IT sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 1.33% at 23,070.50, and Nifty 500 slid 2.01%, closing at 20,942.50, led by losses in the Real Estate, Capital Goods and Auto sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite fell 0.12% and closed at 3,318.06; Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.46% at 3,883.14.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session higher by 1.06% at 21,294.86.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.09%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.01%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC gained 0.07%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE index 100 traded lower by 0.01%</li>
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Commodities at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.34% at $73.30/bbl, and Brent was up 1.38% at $76.92/bbl.</li>
<li>Crude oil prices rose amid supply concerns from Russian and Iranian sanctions, despite fears that Trump&#8217;s tariffs and potential trade wars could slow global growth.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.77% to $3.505.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.05% at $2,933.01, Silver was down 0.83% to $32.220, and Copper slid 1.87% to $4.6190.</li>
<li>Gold surged to record highs as Trump&#8217;s 25% steel and aluminum tariffs fueled trade conflict and inflation concerns. Investors sought safe-haven assets while Chinese steel stocks fell and global exporters weighed responses.</li>
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U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.20%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.31%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.43%.
Forex at 05:30 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.04% to 108.29, USD/JPY was up 0.07% to 152.12, and USD/AUD fell 0.01% to 1.5933.
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Asia Markets And Europe Mixed, Gold Near All Time High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Investors are recalibrating their expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts after an unexpected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/inflation">surge in consumer inflation</a>.
Fed futures now reflect just 36 basis points of cumulative rate cuts by year-end. This implies only a 50% probability of two reductions, according to CME FedWatch tool.
Markets increasingly see just one rate cut as the most likely scenario, versus the two-cut path indicated in December.
Betting odds tracked by the CFTC-regulated Kalshi currently assign a 25% probability to two rate cuts. The chances of one cut or no cut at all stand at 22% and 17%, respectively.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Inflation Concerns Resurface</h3>
The University of Michigan&#8217;s latest consumer sentiment survey triggered fresh alarm, showing a sharp jump in inflation expectations that surprised analysts. 
The one-year inflation expectation surged to 4.3%, rising one full percentage point from last month and reaching its highest level since November 2023.
&#8220;Many consumers seem concerned that high inflation will return within the next year,&#8221; the University of Michigan stated in its report.
President Donald Trump pledged to raise tariffs on major U.S. trading partners, on top of a 25% tariff on aluminum and steel imports.
The U.S. five-year breakeven inflation rate—a key gauge of market-based expected inflation—rose to 2.59% on Monday. That&#8217;s up from 1.89% in September 2024, according to TradingView data.
This suggests investors anticipate inflation to average well above the Fed's 2% target over the next five years.
&#8220;Given the considerable policy uncertainty caused by the return of global trade protectionism and the return of mercantilism among the G-7 nations, it is not certain that inflation expectations will remain well anchored,&#8221; said Joseph Brusuelas, economist at RSM US LLP. 
&#8220;The sudden jump in inflation expectations isn't a coincidence. Trump&#8217;s tariff threats toward Canada, Mexico, China, and the EU are fueling inflation concerns. Despite stocks holding near record highs, gold is rallying, and TIPS have outperformed Treasuries for the past month—clear signs that investors are positioning for inflation,&#8221; said analyst Michael Gayed, CFA.
Nonfarm payrolls rose by 143,000 in January, slightly below consensus due to weather disruptions, but revisions from previous months added 100,000 jobs. The unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to 4.1%, while wage growth accelerated.
&#8220;The labor market appears to have stabilized around full employment, reinforcing our view that the Fed's rate-cutting cycle is over,&#8221; said Bank of America economist Aditya Bhave.
Goldman Sachs economists echoed this sentiment. Markets still underprice the inflationary impact of tariffs, indicating that investors may not be fully accounting for persistent price pressures in their rate forecasts.
&#8220;Friday's jobs report reinforced the argument that economy is in a place that can allow the Fed to be patient until it has better confidence in underlying disinflation and better clarity into (trade and fiscal) policy outcomes,&#8221; wrote Goldman Sachs economists.
Inflation hedges have delivered strong gains over the past month. The iShares TIPS Bond ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TIP#NYSE">TIP</a>) is up nearly 3%; the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) has surged 9%.
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Mounting global trade tensions are leading to sharp market fluctuations as investors are scrambling for ways <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/trade-war">to protect their portfolios</a>. 
The U.S. has imposed tariffs on major trade partners, including Mexico, Canada, and China, leading to economic uncertainty. 
As a result, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs have emerged</a> as a safe option for those looking to hedge against volatility while maintaining diversified exposure to various asset classes.
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<li>Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VDC#NYSE">VDC</a>): Consumer staples remain resilient in uncertain economic conditions, as everyday essentials will continue to be in demand. The Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF includes key players like Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) and Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), offering a defensive strategy against economic downturns.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Turbulence from the Trade War</h3>
The recent imposition of tariffs by the U.S. on major trade partners—Mexico, Canada, and China—has injected significant uncertainty into the markets. With 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10% levy on Chinese goods, equities initially reacted negatively. Although a temporary pause on tariffs for Mexico and Canada provided a brief market recovery, it is widely believed that Trump will go ahead with the policies one day or the other.
In another step in his trade policy overhaul, Reuters reported that on Feb. 9, Trump said he will introduce fresh <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43592144/us-steel-aluminum-stocks-rally-as-trump-revives-25-tariff-plan">25% tariffs </a>on all steel and aluminum imports into the U.S. These tariffs will add to the existing metals duties.
Strong retaliatory <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43600852/china-sets-sights-on-us-tech-companies-as-trade-tensions-rise">tariffs from China</a>, and sanction plans on U.S. goods by Canada and Mexico are adding to the nail-biting situation.
Additionally, with the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged in their recent meeting led investors to lower their expectations for lower rates, throwing the market into more uncertainty.
According to the CME <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">FedWatch </a>Tool, the Fed has a 91.5% probability of keeping the rates unchanged at 4.25-4.5% in March, while there&#8217;s an 8.1% chance that the Fed cut the rate to 4%-4.25% in its March meeting.
While trade conflicts can cause market swings, investors can mitigate risks by allocating capital to ETFs that focus on keeping investors&#8217; money safe. Whether through gold, Treasuries or defensive equities, these funds offer more opportunities to diversification and manage risks as global trade policies evolve.
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Mali's changes to the mining code are starting to impact its commodity production. After the military-led government implemented changes that sought to increase royalties from 20% to 35%, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/gold" rel="noreferrer noopener">gold production decreased</a> by 23% in 2024, reaching 51 metric tons.
Reuters <a target="_blank" href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/mali-gold-production-plunges-23-2024-2025-02-08/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> that, per the country's ministry document, the number excludes Barrick Gold's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOLD#NYSE">GOLD</a>) December output. Following a tax dispute with the company, the situation escalated, as the government detained four employees.
Furthermore, they detained four of its employees, issued an arrest warrant for CEO Mark Bristow, and seized about three metric tons of gold worth around $245 million. Barrick responded by <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/42823362/barrick-gold-warns-about-production-suspension-in-mali" rel="noreferrer noopener">temporarily suspending</a> its Loulo-Gounkoto operation, which is the largest in the country and produces over half a million ounces annually.
"We're making progress, not as fast as I would expect," Bristow <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43514005/escalating-tariff-wars-tighter-african-supply-drive-gold-toward-3000-milestone" rel="noreferrer noopener">recently said</a>, clarifying that Barrick remains committed to resolving the situation.
Toronto-based leading global gold producer recently announced a significant boost in its reserves. Following a new assessment of Pakistan's Reko Diq project, its global gold reserves increased by 17.4 million ounces, or 23%.
For comparison, its Malian gold reserves include 7.2 million ounces of proven and probable reserves, with an addition of 10 million measured and indicated and 1.2 million inferred.
Australian Resolute Mining (OTCPK: RMGGY) is another producer with a significant interest in the region, whose 2024 output in Mali attributed to 7.2 tons. Its Syama mine is one of the company's two primary assets, contributing nearly 60% of its total gold output in 2023.
However, the government's tax settlement demand of $162 million and the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/24/11/41876770/resolute-mining-ceo-detained-in-mali-shares-crater" rel="noreferrer noopener">detention of its CEO</a>, Terry Holohan, and two other senior officials caused a trading halt after shares cratered 40%. After being released and taking a two-month personal leave, Holohan resigned.
The only major producer who has found common ground with the Malian government so far is B2 Gold (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTG#AMEX">BTG</a>), which signed a new agreement last September. The Canadian company produced 13.7 tons in Mali in 2024 from its low-cost Fekola mine and has set an ambitious target of reaching one million ounces in 2025—mainly from improvements at the Fekola but also from the start of production at the Goose project in southwestern Nunavut, Canada.
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On Friday, February 7, U.S. markets closed lower after Trump announced plans for reciprocal tariffs amid weak jobs data and declining consumer sentiment. Despite early struggles, strong earnings provided some support. Consumer sentiment hit a seven-month low, inflation expectations surged, and job growth slowed, reinforcing expectations that the Fed will delay rate cuts until June.
The University of Michigan reported a sharp rise in inflation expectations, with the one-year outlook hitting 4.3%, the highest since November 2023. February&#8217;s jobs report showed mixed results: job growth slowed, but unemployment dropped more than expected, and wages surged.
All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended in the red, led by losses in communication services, consumer discretionary, and materials stocks.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.99% and closed at 44,303.40, the S&amp;P 500 closed lower by 0.95% at 6,025.99, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 1.36% to finish at 19,523.40.
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<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed lower by 0.12% at 38,770.50, led by losses in the Glass, Retail and Real Estate sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.34% to 8,482.80, led by losses in the IT, Telecoms Services and Materials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 0.78% at 23,376.05, and Nifty 500 slid 1.32%, closing at 21,360.55, led by losses in the Real Estate, Metals, and Consumer Durables sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.56% and closed at 3,322.17, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 0.21% at 3,901.06.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session higher by 1.84% at 21,521.98.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.37%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX rose 0.31%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC gained 0.26%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE index 100 traded higher by 0.47%</li>
<li>European stocks opened higher on Monday despite Trump&#8217;s new tariff announcement. Markets remain optimistic amid strong earnings growth, cheap valuations, and hopes for ECB easing. Nokia appointed Justin Hotard as its new CEO.</li>
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.17% at $71.81/bbl, and Brent was up 1.15% at $75.50/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose, rebounding from last week&#8217;s losses amid trade war concerns. Sanctions on Russia and Iran add upside risks, but analysts expect oil to trade lower, with Brent forecasted at $60-$65 per barrel in late 2025.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 3.35% to $3.420.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.46% at $2,930.21, Silver was up 0.95% to $32.750, and Copper rose 0.69% to $4.6200.</li>
<li>Gold hit record highs as Trump&#8217;s new tariffs fueled safe-haven demand. Markets remain cautious over potential trade war escalation, while strong U.S. inflation data and high interest rates could limit further gold gains.</li>
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U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET
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<li>Dow futures were up 0.28%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.40%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.62%.</li>
<li>U.S. stock futures rose, led by steelmakers after Trump announced new tariffs. Investors remain cautious but less reactive to trade moves.</li>
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The U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.10% to 108.15, USD/JPY was up 0.52% to 152.19, and USD/AUD fell 0.14% to 1.5921.
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Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas">many investors&#8217; favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here&#8217;s a look at some of our top stories.
All three major indexes declined for the week, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which is tracked by the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>), snapping a three-week winning streak, falling 0.54%, while the S&amp;P 500 Index, tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), lost 0.24%, and the Nasdaq-100 Index, tracked by the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), dropped 0.53%. 
January's jobs report showed mixed signals, as nonfarm payrolls rose by 143,000—well below December's 307,000—while unemployment edged lower and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/02/43559446/us-economy-adds-fewer-than-expected-jobs-in-january-unemployment-slows-wage-growth-spikes">wages exceeded expectations</a>.
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index unexpectedly fell in February, citing rising inflation expectations, which the report linked to concerns over higher Trump-era tariffs. 
Gold, tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), surged past $2,850 per ounce to new all-time highs, extending its six-week rally as investors sought safety amid inflation fears <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43574339/magnificent-seven-slip-inflation-fears-grip-consumers-gold-hits-record-highs">and economic uncertainty</a>.
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week&#8217;s most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Bulls</h3>
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43480688/amd-q4-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-data-center-continued-growth">AMD Q4 Earnings: Revenue Beat, EPS Beat, Data Center Up 69%, &#8216;Clear Opportunities&#8217; For Continued Growth And More</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/adam-eckert">Adam Eckert</a>, reports Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) surpassing estimates with $7.66 billion in Q4 revenue and $1.09 EPS, driven by a 69% jump in data center sales, while gaming revenue declined 59% year-over-year.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43453368/xrp-erases-black-sunday-losses-with-20-surge-as-jack-dorsey-posts-intriguing-video-featuring-bitcoin-bull-michael-saylor">XRP Erases &#8216;Black Sunday&#8217; Losses With 20% Surge As Jack Dorsey Posts Intriguing Video Featuring Bitcoin Bull Michael Saylor</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/aniket-verma">Aniket Verma</a>, reports on XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>) rallying 20% after Donald Trump&#8217;s temporary tariff relief, while a viral video from Jack Dorsey featuring Michael Saylor morphing into the XRP logo fueled speculation on social media.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43487682/palantir-ceo-hails-elon-musks-doge-initiative-anticipates-positive-outcome">Palantir CEO Hails Elon Musk&#8217;s DOGE Initiative, Anticipates Positive Outcome</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/namrata-sen">Namrata Sen</a>, highlights Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) CEO Alex Karp&#8217;s enthusiasm for Elon Musk&#8217;s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), calling it a &#8220;revolution&#8221; that will benefit Palantir, despite potential disruptions for government contractors.
For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/02/43474406/nvidia-still-a-top-pick-as-microsoft-meta-stick-with-gpus-despite-deepseek-challenge-analyst">Nvidia Still A Top Pick As Microsoft, Meta Stick With GPUs Despite DeepSeek Challenge: Analyst</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43475080/paypal-beats-q4-estimates-as-transaction-margins-and-payment-volume-drive-growth-eyes-2025-growth-with-strong-tmd-eps-outlook-ahead-of-investor-day-analyst">PayPal Transaction Margins and Payment Volume Drive Growth, Eyes 2025 Growth With Strong TMD Ahead of Investor Day: Analyst</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43474797/amazon-faces-trumps-tariffs">Amazon &#8216;Relatively Well-Positioned&#8217; To Face Trump&#8217;s Tariffs: Analyst</a>
The Bears
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43534797/tesla-sales-drop-60-in-germany-are-elon-musks-politics-getting-in-the-way-of-ev-growth">Tesla Sales Drop 60% In Germany: Are Elon Musk&#8217;s Politics Getting In The Way Of EV Growth?</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/chris-katje">Chris Katje</a>, reports Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) seeing a 59.5% year-over-year sales decline in Germany for January, attributed to the Model Y refresh and potential backlash from Elon Musk&#8217;s political stance, while broader EV sales in the country rose 53.5%.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43444802/comcast-downgraded-as-broadband-struggles-and-price-cuts-raise-investor-concerns">Comcast Faces Broadband Headwinds, Analyst Downgrades Stock And Cuts Price Forecast</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/anusuya-lahiri-0">Anusuya Lahiri</a>, reports Scotiabank downgrading Comcast Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>) to Sector Perform, lowering its price target to $44.50, citing broadband losses and pricing pressure from mobile-broadband bundles, though the company remains optimistic about subscriber retention and long-term ARPU growth.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43540794/what-analysts-are-saying-about-fords-q4-performance-and-outlook">Ford&#8217;s Cost Reductions And Transition In Focus, Analysts Trim Forecasts Amid Lackluster 2025 Guidance</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/shivani-kumaresan">Shivani Kumaresan</a>, covers analysts&#8217; mixed reactions to Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) beating Q4 estimates but issuing weaker-than-expected 2025 guidance, with Goldman Sachs maintaining an $11 price target, RBC Capital lowering its target to $9, and BofA Securities cutting its forecast from $19 to $15.50, citing pricing pressures, cost-cutting measures, and industry headwinds.
For more bearish takes, be sure to see these posts:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43502963/oil-drops-as-traders-doubt-iran-sanctions-trump-bark-is-far-worse-than-his-bite-analyst-sa">Oil Drops As Traders Doubt Iran Sanctions: &#8216;Trump Bark Is Far Worse Than His Bite,&#8217; Analyst Says</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43459558/novo-nordisk-faces-investor-concerns-over-hybrid-cagrisema-trial-results-for-weight-loss">Novo Nordisk Faces Investor Concerns Over Hybrid CagriSema Trial Results For Weight Loss</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43493897/versace-jimmy-choo-parent-capri-q3-earnings-miss-sales-decline-lackluster-outlook-more">Versace, Jimmy Choo Parent Capri Q3: Earnings Miss, Sales Decline, Lackluster Outlook &amp; More</a>
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Gold's climb toward $3,000 continues, closing this week at $2,885 (up $20). Silver followed, closing at $32.20 (up $0.35). Inflation surprises, looming tariffs, and surging global gold demand shape the market.

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The price of gold in South Korea rose sharply, fuelled by a "fear of missing out" (FOMO) rush.

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On Friday, the yellow metal's intra-day drop of -2.5% was the worst since 18 December, whilst that for Silver of a whopping -5.5% was its worst since 12 December. 

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