Gold Hits a Milestone: First Time Over $2,900 a Ounce
Gold has finally broken the $2,900 a ounce ceiling, marking a historic high that’s making traders grin from ear to ear. The precious metal’s climb started early this week and kept gathering speed, shrugging off any doubts.
Why the Surge?
At the heart of the rally sits the ongoing trade spat between the United States and its global partners. President Trump recently teased a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports.
- The Big Play: Trump plans to slash steel and aluminum imports by imposing hefty tariffs, and will retaliate with similar measures on US goods.
- US Dependency: We only produce 1.73% of the world’s smelting smarts and import a quarter of our steel and half of our aluminum. Canada feeds 79% of that need.
China’s Counter‑Tactics
China is no stranger to tit for tat. The Chinese government is sorting a list of American tech firms—Apple, Broadcom, Synopsys, Nvidia, Google—that might get a visit from antitrust officials or other government bodies. The goal? Use these companies to influence the U.S. decision‑makers who are feeling the Trump trade impact.
And that’s not the end of the story. The United States might face pushback from the European Union, South Korea, and beyond. Each new round could pull Trump deeper into an escalating world showdown over commodities, tech, and consumer goods. The sheer number of new players might make people wonder if the global map is about to get a serious makeover.
Trump’s Other Headlines
Before the trade war, the president was busy waving a flag about U.S. debt. He calls it “exaggerated” and even labels a chunk of it “fraudulent” (according to Reuters). That kind of talk stirs up fresh anxiety about the U.S. playing it “assume debt”—a risky move that might send the market scrambling.
He’s also been fluttering around the Federal Reserve, hinting at interfering with monetary policy. That could shake confidence in the system. As of now, he’s not really moving on these bold promises, but we’re keeping our eyes peeled.
Economic Data & Gold’s Response
Statistics for the week showed workers who they’ve added 143,000 jobs—below expectations. But the real takeaway is a healthy labor market and business confidence that keeps the Fed tightening.
- Job Numbers: Though not a high‑flying figure, they still suggest stability.
- Inflation Outlook: Rising inflation worries mean the Fed might keep rates sticky for a while.
- Market Reaction: Investors with pajamas still see gold as a safe haven, and the metal’s ticking up, reinforcing the “hold your breath” mood for next steps.
In short, a surge in gold paired with a trade war and a skeptical president has the world looking at the future of trade, tech, and finances—while we all hope that gold keeps lining up against the clouds.
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