Gold clears $4,200 as optimism on Middle East deal dents inflation woes

Gold clears ,200 as optimism on Middle East deal dents inflation woes

Gold (XAU/USD) price consolidates above the $4,200 figure on Friday as market participants are optimistic about a potential US-Iran deal, set to be signed next week, according to newswires. Meanwhile, households in the US are becoming more optimistic about the economy. The XAU/USD pair trades at $4,216, up 0.11%. XAU/USD steadies as deal chatter offsets […]

Growth resilience but softer inflation – Deutsche Bank

Growth resilience but softer inflation – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank’s Sanjay Raja says the UK economy is tracking close to the Bank of England’s Scenario A, with stronger‑than‑expected early‑2026 GDP but a cooling labour market and easing price pressures. GDP is seen around 1% in 2026–27, while CPI is projected slightly below Scenario A and potentially under the 2% target at longer horizons. […]

Iran accord secures peace, Hormuz reopening

Iran accord secures peace, Hormuz reopening

A senior administration official said on Friday that the Iran deal will guarantee long-term peace in the region. The agreement would achieve core US objectives and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The official said that the US would get enriched nuclear material and include an inspection regime. SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICIAL: IRAN DEAL ACCOMPLISHES CORE U.S. […]

Authorities step up FX stabilisation push – Societe Generale

Authorities step up FX stabilisation push – Societe Generale

Societe Generale highlights that South Korean authorities have launched a multi-pronged FX stabilisation package to address short-term USD funding stress and speculative pressures on the Korean Won. Measures include a temporary FX stability levy exemption, enhanced interest on excess FX deposits, and tighter oversight of major FX banks. Officials are also urging exporters to accelerate […]