Gold steadies near $4,140 as investors weigh Middle East conflict against rate hike fears

Rising inflation pressures could hinder consumer spending and limit monetary policy flexibility, impacting both traditional and crypto markets. The post PepsiCo warns of rising inflationary pressures for US consumers, and crypto markets should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Japan’s Kiuchi: Government consistently signals policy commitment to fiscal sustainability appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Japan’s Economy Minister Minoru Kiuchi said on Friday that the government consistently signals policy commitment to fiscal sustainability. Kiuchi added that there’s no shift in government stance, and monetary policy tools remain the Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) decision.  Key quotes Government consistently signals policy commitment to fiscal sustainability.  Effect of weak yen on local inflation delayed and not necessarily significant.  Wholesale prices climbing due to recent oil increases, consumer inflation rise remains moderate.  No shift in government stance, monetary policy tools remain BOJ’s decision.  Market reaction  At the time of writing, USD/JPY is up 0.01% on the day at 162.40. Bank of Japan FAQs The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is the Japanese central bank, which sets monetary policy in the country. Its mandate is to issue banknotes and carry out currenc

The post Gold recovers above $4,100 as traders assess US-Iran conflict appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Gold price (XAU/USD) rebounds to around $4,120 during the early Asian session on Friday. The precious metal edges higher as traders weigh a resumption of war in the Middle East. The White House signaled that it is still committed to the memorandum of understanding with Iran, even though US President Donald Trump’s declared earlier this week that the framework deal to end the Iran war was “over” after Tehran carried out strikes against vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and against neighboring countries. However, uncertainty remains high as Trump said that strikes would “get much worse” if Tehran again attacked ships in the strait. On Thursday, the Islamic Republic targeted US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar. Jordan intercepted eight Iran-launched missiles, according to Axios. Escalating tensions between the US and Iran could drive crude oil prices higher, stoking inflation fears

Rising US-Iran tensions could destabilize global markets, prompting shifts to safe assets and impacting energy prices and inflation expectations. The post Israel warns US of Iranian assassination plot against Trump, rattling crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Kalshi Plans Expansion Into Gold, Currency, and Energy Perpetual Futures Markets appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Highlights Kalshi is requesting regulatory clearance for perpetual futures covering gold, currencies, and energy. The trading venue intends to move past cryptocurrency-focused derivative offerings. Precious metals, particularly gold, represent a top strategic focus for upcoming launches. Regulatory examination by the CFTC may establish precedents for energy-linked perpetual contracts. Legacy derivative exchanges confront mounting competitive challenges from Kalshi’s strategic growth. Kalshi has submitted applications to broaden its perpetual futures offerings into precious metals, currency pairs, and energy commodities. This strategic initiative represents an effort to extend its regulated derivatives framework beyond cryptocurrency markets. The expansion strategy positions Kalshi in direct rivalry with long-standing exchange platforms and retail-focused tr

Warsh's Fed review could reshape monetary policy, impacting market dynamics, risk asset volatility, and economic data reliability. The post New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh taps Marc Andreessen, Doug McMillon to lead sweeping monetary policy review appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Kalshi Targets Gold, FX, and Energy Perpetual Futures appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. perpetual futures linked to gold, foreign exchange, and energy markets. The expansion marks the company’s next step after launching U.S.-regulated crypto perpetual futures in May.  Besides broadening its product lineup, Kalshi aims to attract both retail and institutional traders while challenging established exchanges and competing more directly with Robinhood in the fast-growing derivatives market. Gold, FX, and Energy Lead Expansion Plans Chief Risk Officer Udesh Jha said investor demand continues to shape Kalshi’s roadmap. Consequently, gold ranks among the top priorities because it appeals to everyday traders. The company also plans to pursue foreign exchange and energy contracts, citing strong interest driven by geopolitical developments and seasonal market trends.  Additionally, Kalshi is exploring future offerings tied to stock indexes and individual equities. Perpetual futures h

The post Fed unveils Warsh task forces to lead broad review appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The US Federal Reserve (Fed) unveiled on Thursday the members of the task forces announced by Fed Chair Kevin Warsh at his first monetary policy meeting. The statement also reiterated that the Fed’s commitment to price stability and its maximum employment mandate is “unwavering” and will be pursued “with rigor.” Each of the task forces will be integrated by three members, amongst whom are the former Bank of England Governor, Mervyn King, the former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, Raghuram Rajan, former Governor at the Federal Reserve Jeremy Stein and Arminio Fraga, former president of the Central Bank of Brazil. The five task forces will be focused on communications, the balance sheet policy, improving the quality and timeliness of economic data, productivity and jobs and developing inflation frameworks. The task forces will be supported by Fed staff and are expected to operate indep