Gold prices fell sharply in a recent correction, but analysts say the move reflects short-term market shifts and does not signal the end of the broader long-term trend.
Antam gold bar prices were updated on February 1, 2026, reflecting routine market adjustments that follow global gold trends and domestic demand conditions.
The U.S. trade deficit skyrocketed by 94.6% in November, reaching $56.8 billion. This increase, attributed largely to a significant rise in imports, raises important questions about the effectiveness of tariffs previously implemented to balance trade.
Economists warn the Philippine is entering a low-growth era, with foreign investors becoming cautious due to structural challenges, policy uncertainty, and global economic headwinds.
India is ramping up infrastructure spending with a $130 billion budget push, using roads, railways, and logistics to sustain growth and reinforce long-term economic ambitions.
Independent café owners say soaring costs mean coffee and cake would need to cost £15 just to break even, revealing the fragile economics behind everyday hospitality.
Private label products have reached record levels in Greek households, reflecting rising cost pressures, changing consumer trust, and a shift away from traditional brand loyalty.
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative has cut 70 jobs as it narrows its focus on an ambitious mission to cure or prevent all disease, highlighting the trade-offs behind modern philanthropy.
Capgemini’s sale of a US subsidiary linked to immigration enforcement reflects rising pressure on tech firms to align global operations with ethical expectations and public accountability.
India is exploring whether it can become a meaningful player in the semiconductor industry, balancing ambition with the realities of manufacturing, infrastructure, and long-term execution.
China’s cut to whisky import tariffs takes effect Monday, offering cautious optimism for exporters and signalling a modest shift in trade and consumer policy.
Ghost jobs — vacancies advertised without real intent to hire — are eroding trust in recruitment, raising questions about transparency, fairness, and the human cost of modern hiring practices.
Seven Labubu shops are set to open in the UK, highlighting growing demand for Chinese designer toys and offering a subtle cultural counterpoint to renewed UK–China engagement.
Asda is struggling to define itself in a fiercely competitive grocery market, caught between price leadership and reinvention as it works to recover clarity and confidence.
Swedish workers are trialing a paid “friendship hour,” setting aside work time to connect with friends as employers explore new ways to address loneliness and wellbeing.
Slovakia’s rise as the world’s top car producer per capita reflects geography, foreign investment, and industrial focus — and raises questions about its future in a changing auto industry.
Target’s new CEO, Michael Fiddelke, begins his tenure amid declining sales and community tensions in Minneapolis, striving to balance corporate turnaround with local empathy.
Gold and silver prices fell sharply after a speculative surge driven largely by Chinese trading activity, exposing how momentum and leverage can amplify both gains and losses.
Gold prices plunged sharply after a prolonged rally, marking the steepest drop in years as investors took profits and recalibrated expectations amid a stronger dollar and shifting monetary policy sentiment.
Toyota’s $200 retro steering lock revives an old theft deterrent, though many cheaper alternatives show how simple, visible security still holds value.
Drive highlights car brands with strong potential in 2026, shaped by electrification, value, and quiet technological maturity rather than spectacle.
The Betfred founders lead Britain’s taxpayer rankings with a £400 million bill, highlighting how private fortune quietly feeds the public balance sheet.
Rising speculative activity in China has pushed gold and silver into crowded territory, raising the risk that momentum could reverse and expose how quickly confidence can fade.
An American tourist visiting Australia was struck by an everyday sight that’s rare back home, highlighting how travel can turn ordinary public spaces into moments of quiet cultural contrast.