Jefferies Cuts S&P 500 Target to 5,300 as Stagflation Concerns Mount

Gold Hits New All-Time High at $3,559  Gold surged to an all-time high of $3,559 per ounce, extending its record-setting run as rate-cut expectations, dollar weakness, and safe-haven demand fuel investor appetite. The metal is up more than 5% over the last seven trading days, making this one of its strongest weekly moves of the year. Analysts point to heightened volatility in global markets, concerns over central bank independence, and a rush into hard assets as key drivers behind bullion’s momentum.  Gold’s sustained strength underscores its appeal as a hedge in uncertain times. With monetary policy in flux, momentum traders

Silver Breaks $40 for First Time Since 2011 Silver broke above $40 an ounce Monday, breaking out to a 14-year high. With a 40% gain year-to-date, silver is leaving gold in the dust as investors bet on imminent Fed rate cuts. The metal briefly touched $40.79 before consolidating, with futures markets pointing to continued strength.  The momentum is real — ETF holdings rose for the seventh consecutive month, reaching 800 million ounces in August. That’s the longest buying streak since 2020, suggesting institutional investors are positioning for a sustained move higher.   What’s driving this rally? Silver’s unique position as