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Gold, Silver Eye Gains on US Inflation Data & Fed Signals

Gold and silver poised for gains driven by US inflation and GDP data. Fed signals and geopolitical events also key. Profit-booking may temper rallies.

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Russia Rejects Ukraine Black Sea Shipping Truce

Russia rejects Ukraine’s Black Sea shipping truce offer for agricultural goods, demanding energy infrastructure guarantees. Global grain supply stability is at risk.

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Geopolitics & Crude Oil to Shape Stock Markets This Week

Geopolitical tensions, especially US-Iran conflict and crude oil prices, are set to drive stock markets. Investors await Fed comments & US economic data.

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US Oil & Gas Production Hits Record High

US oil and gas production reaches an all-time high, reinforcing America’s global energy leadership amid geopolitical tensions and rising crude prices.

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22 Crew Missing After Panama-Flagged ‘Ocean Winner’ Sinks in Bay of Bengal

Search and rescue underway for 22 crew members after Panama-flagged cargo ship ‘Ocean Winner’ sank rapidly in the Bay of Bengal. Two rescued, 20 nationalities missing.

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MCX Gold Hits Record High: Surges 13% in August 2026

MCX gold prices soared over 13% in August 2026, reaching a record Rs 1,62,438 per 10 grams. Discover the six key factors driving this historic surge.

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Women Investors Triple Gold ETF Holdings Amid Market Uncertainty

Women investors nearly tripled their gold ETF allocation to 16.4% in FY26, driven by global uncertainty and rising precious metal prices. Discover the shift.

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Nvidia Earnings, Jackson Hole & India IIP: Market Movers

Key events this week: Nvidia’s Q2 earnings, Jackson Hole Symposium, and India’s IIP data. Get ready for market shifts.

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India Restricts Sugar Stock Limits to Control Prices

India imposes stricter sugar inventory limits (15 days) for dealers from Sep 1-Nov 30 to curb rising prices ahead of festival season.

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Panama Cargo Ship Sinks in Bay of Bengal; Rescue Underway

Panama-flagged MV Ocean Winner sank in Bay of Bengal with 24 crew and 72,100 tons of iron ore. Indian forces conducting rescue; 2 saved.

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Putin Admits Ukraine Refinery Strikes Cause Economic Damage

Vladimir Putin acknowledges Ukraine’s refinery attacks have caused economic damage, but insists they haven’t altered the conflict’s trajectory. Reciprocal strikes intensify.

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M/V Ocean Winner Sinks Off Odisha Coast; 24 Crew Missing

Panama-flagged M/V Ocean Winner sank 240nm off Odisha coast with 24 crew. Indian Coast Guard & Navy conduct major search and rescue operation.

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A photograph showing numerous cars and motorcycles waiting in long queues at a petrol station in Shillong, Meghalaya, with a 'No Fuel' sign visible.

Shillong Fuel Crisis: Assam-Meghalaya Tensions Halt Supplies

Shillong faces a severe fuel shortage due to escalating Assam-Meghalaya tensions, halting petrol & diesel supplies and causing panic buying. Learn more.

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PNGRB Approves ₹7,000 Cr LPG Pipeline Expansion: GAIL to Build 1,800 Km

India’s PNGRB sanctions 1,800 km LPG pipeline expansion by GAIL, investing ₹7,000 crore to boost national energy infrastructure and reduce road transport reliance.

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India-Mauritius Fuel Deal: IOC to Supply All Imports

India and Mauritius sign a 5-year fuel pact. Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) will supply all of Mauritius’s petrol, diesel, and ATF imports, strengthening energy ties.

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India Sugar Prices Soar: Retail Up 20%, Wholesale Up 30%

India’s sugar prices surge dramatically: retail up 20%, wholesale up 30% in a month due to tighter supply and crop damage concerns. Government intervenes with duty-free imports.

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Radhika Gupta: Physical Assets vs. Real Investments

Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta explains why gold, luxury bags, and homes aren’t always true financial investments due to liquidity issues. Learn to invest wisely.

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Citadel Sells 80% AI Hedge Fund Risk After Margin Calls

Citadel offloads over 80% of AI hedge fund’s Situational Awareness portfolio risk via block trades, totaling over $4 billion, amid margin calls.

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FPIs Invest ₹23,544 Cr in Indian Equities in August

Foreign Portfolio Investors injected ₹23,544 Cr into Indian equities in August, continuing July’s buying trend. Bajaj Broking highlights crude oil and US-Iran tensions as risks.

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Nifty Rangebound Amid West Asia Tensions & High Crude Oil Prices

Indian equity markets faced a subdued week as Nifty remained rangebound, influenced by West Asia geopolitical tensions and elevated crude oil prices. Explore market insights.

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India Investment Guide: ET ‘Invest’ for Gold, Stocks & More

Navigate India’s investment landscape with The Economic Times ‘Invest’. Discover gold bonds, mutual funds, stocks, and financial planning strategies.

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US Stocks End Week Lower Amid Yields & Mideast Tensions

US stocks logged weekly declines despite a Friday rally, pressured by rising bond yields and Middle East geopolitical risks. Key economic data and earnings ahead.

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India’s LNG Imports Hit $23/mmbtu: Highest Since 2022

India faces its most expensive LNG imports since 2022, with September deliveries priced over $23/mmbtu due to Iran war disruptions and increased competition.

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US Stocks Rally: Dow Surges 273 Points on Easing Yields & Oil Dip

US stocks rebound Friday as Dow jumps 273 points. Easing Treasury yields, a dip in oil prices, and strong labor data boost market sentiment.

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Rupee Falls, Bond Yields Climb on Hawkish RBI Signals

Indian rupee depreciates and bond yields rise as RBI signals hawkish stance, influenced by MPC decisions and rising crude oil prices.

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Global Food Inflation Surges: Black Sea & Input Costs Fuel Risk

Global food inflation intensifies due to Black Sea disruptions, rising input costs, and extreme weather, posing a significant threat to worldwide economic stability.

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Trump Waives Ground Beef Tariffs for 90 Days

President Trump announces a 90-day tariff waiver on ground beef imports, aiming to cut consumer costs by up to 25% and support cattle herd recovery.

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Silver Prices Jump Rs 15,000 Amid Dollar Weakness

Silver prices surge Rs 15,000 in three days due to a weakening US dollar and fluctuating Treasury yields, boosting precious metal appeal.

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Indian Stocks Rise Amid Global Caution; DIIs Support

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Friday, navigating cautious global cues with strong domestic institutional investor support.

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Nifty 50 Flat Open: Global Weakness, Fading Bond Rally – Aug 21

Nifty 50 eyes a flat opening on August 21, 2026, as global markets decline and US bond rallies fade due to inflation concerns. Gold and oil show positive momentum.

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