Finance

WASHINGTON — Following a US military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, the United States will temporarily oversee governance in Venezuela. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Sunday, as the Trump administration seeks to secure oil assets, curb drug trafficking, and ensure regional stability. KEY POINTS  The capture of Nicolás Maduro marks an unprecedented intervention … Read more

CARACAS, Venezuela (Jan. 3, 2026) — Governments around the world issued strong reactions Saturday following US military strikes in Venezuela. Which reportedly resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, according to US officials.  Explosions in Caracas and surrounding areas triggered panic among residents and raised urgent calls for restraint and diplomatic … Read more

OSLO, Norway — Tesla Inc.’s electric vehicle sales showed contrasting trends across Europe at the end of 2025, with registrations falling sharply in major markets such as France, Sweden, Portugal, and Spain. Even as the US automaker set a new annual record in Norway, where electric vehicles dominate new car sales.  The pattern highlights regional … Read more

European stocks surged to fresh record highs at the start of 2026, underscoring sustained investor confidence as markets navigate shifting US monetary leadership, elevated government spending and lingering geopolitical uncertainty.  The rally coincided with another sharp advance in precious metals, reinforcing gold’s role as a global hedge amid currency weakness and policy risk. Key Points  … Read more

Sydney ushered in the new year under tight security and with a public tribute to victims of last month’s Bondi attack, as the city sought to balance remembrance with resilience during its globally watched festivities.  The Sydney New Year celebrations, among the world’s most prominent, unfolded against a backdrop of heightened police presence and community … Read more

LONDON (TECHY QUANTUM) — Silver futures jumped more than five percent early Tuesday, continuing a turbulent 2025 for precious metals as the year closes on an unprecedented high. March silver contracts rose 5.3 percent to $74.17 an ounce by 10:30 am London time, bringing year to date gains to 153 percent.  The surge followed Monday’s … Read more

Gold and silver prices are beginning to slide after reaching record highs in recent months, affecting both investors and everyday consumers, industry analysts said.  The decline is noticeable across retail sectors, from jewelry stores to large wholesale outlets. Gold (GC=F) and silver (SI=F) soared earlier this year, fueled by inflation concerns, global economic uncertainty, and … Read more

Silver and gold prices surged to record highs on Friday, extending a dramatic rally that has captured the attention of both institutional and retail investors.  US stocks opened near all time highs as markets digested a combination of economic data and investor sentiment, highlighting a complex backdrop for global financial markets. Most active silver futures … Read more

NEW YORK — Stock market today remained largely unchanged Friday as US investors returned from the Christmas holiday for a brief session, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite trading near their recent levels amid light holiday volumes. Major indexes have been on a steady upward trajectory, extending gains … Read more