Commerzbank’s Thu Lan Nguyen and Carsten Fritsch note that Gold has stabilized around USD 5,200 per troy ounce, supported by political uncertainty over US tariffs and the US–Iran conflict. ETF inflows underline safe-haven demand, while high prices are curbing physical buying in India.
USD/CAD depreciates after holding ground in the previous session, trading around 1.3660 during the Asian hours on Friday. The pair loses ground as the Canadian Dollar (CAD) receives support from improved Oil prices, given Canada’s status as the largest crude exporter to the United States (US).
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has introduced Strawmap, outlining proposed Layer 1 upgrades through 2029, with goals focused on speed, scalability, security, privacy, and improved user experience.