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Billionaire investor John Paulson’s fund, Paulson & Co., is heavily invested in gold mining stocks, with holdings exceeding 33% of its portfolio. His largest position is in Perpetua Resources Corp., which has seen a significant stock price increase. Other notable holdings include Novagold Resources and several smaller mining companies. This bullish stance on gold miners reflects the current market trends and growing investor interest in gold as a safe haven asset. However, it is important to note that this is not investment advice.

Gold prices plummeted over 3% to $2650 per troy ounce as the US dollar surged following Donald Trump’s presidential election victory. The strong dollar, coupled with expectations of a more conservative approach from the Federal Reserve on interest rate cuts, put pressure on the precious metal. Today’s focus is on the Fed’s interest rate decision, which is expected to include a 25-basis-point cut. Technical analysis suggests further declines for gold, with the immediate downside target at $2617.40.

Wall Street experienced a mixed day on Tuesday, with major indices largely unchanged except for tech stocks, which saw gains. Investors are gearing up for a busy earnings season, with mega-cap companies like Alphabet and AMD set to report after the market close. While labor demand might be cooling, consumer confidence remains strong. Treasury yields climbed amid concerns over the budget deficit, pushing the 10-year Treasury note yield to its highest level since early July. Gold prices also surged as investors sought safe haven assets, while the crypto market saw notable gains.

US stocks closed lower on Wednesday, led by a decline in technology shares. The S&P 500 fell more than 1%, while the Dow and Nasdaq also closed in the red. Oil prices climbed on news of a larger-than-expected increase in US crude inventories, while gold prices fell. European markets also saw mixed performance, with the eurozone’s STOXX 600 closing down 0.3%. Meanwhile, Asian markets closed mixed, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 falling 0.8% and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index gaining 1.27%.

U.S. markets closed mixed on Tuesday, with investors focusing on rising Treasury yields and the upcoming earnings season. The Nasdaq gained slightly, while the Dow and S&P 500 dipped. Treasury yields reached their highest point since July, indicating market uncertainty about the Federal Reserve’s policy trajectory. Asian markets saw mixed performance on Wednesday, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 closing lower and Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rising. European markets were trading down early Wednesday morning. Commodity prices also saw fluctuations, with oil prices falling due to rising U.S. crude inventories, while gold prices surged to record highs driven by investor demand amid geopolitical tensions.

Gold mining stocks, driven by strong investor demand and record-high gold prices, are on a winning streak, hitting their highest levels since August 2020. Experts like Imaru Casanova, portfolio manager at VanEck, believe gold should be a core component of any diversified portfolio due to rising geopolitical and economic risks. This bullish sentiment is fueled by factors like the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the 2023 banking crisis, and the recent Hamas attack on Israel, as well as potential inflation driven by rate cuts and expansionary fiscal policies. Central banks are also significant buyers, further driving the gold rally.

Gold prices are reaching record highs, nearing $3,000 per ounce, driven by global diversification away from the US dollar. This trend, highlighted by economist Mohamed El-Erian, raises concerns about the potential fragmentation of the global financial system and challenges to US influence.

Gold prices hit a new all-time high, exceeding $2,700 per ounce, while Indian markets saw a positive turn with Nifty 50 and Sensex ending their three-day losing streak. Former Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain was released from Tihar Jail on bail after two years. Meanwhile, the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in Maharashtra finalized a seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming elections. This news roundup also covers the latest financial reports and international developments.

Gold prices saw a recovery on Friday, reaching $2,644.00 per troy ounce, as investors grapple with conflicting signals from recent US economic data. While the robust September job market suggests a possible slowdown in the Federal Reserve’s easing of monetary policy, recent inflation reports have complicated the outlook. The mixed signals have led to adjustments in expectations for US monetary policy, with a smaller rate cut now considered more likely.

The US Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut is expected to have a ripple effect on the Indian economy, influencing the stock market, rupee, and gold prices. This article explores the potential impact of the rate cut on these key indicators.