
Why Is Gold Falling Despite War? Worst October Since 2008
Gold should have thrived on war, falling yields and a softer dollar this week. Instead, the gold price fell below $4,000 and closed its worst October since 2008.
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Gold should have thrived on war, falling yields and a softer dollar this week. Instead, the gold price fell below $4,000 and closed its worst October since 2008.

WTI crude ended October 2026 at $102.95 with Brent near $113.10 as the Iran war premium hardened — and the bill is arriving at the pump.

Our gold price forecast this week examines why central bank demand and steadier rate expectations keep a firm floor under bullion heading into November 2026.

Amazon's commitment to heavy AI investments and Intel's cash burn warning trigger a broad market selloff, highlighting the growing tension between tech giants' capital expenditures and shareholder returns.

Alphabet's stock formation signals caution, but the AI growth story remains central to its long-term prospects.

Intel's latest warning of significant cash burn this year intensifies pressure on its foundry strategy, raising questions about its turnaround timeline and customer prospects.

The U.S. has lifted tariffs on selected Canadian imports, signaling a potential thaw in the trade standoff that began in August, though a comprehensive deal remains elusive.

The latest CPI data shows inflation picking up again, complicating the Fed's path and squeezing household budgets.

Honda warns that doubling auto tariffs to 50% would be catastrophic for the industry as Trump threatens escalation amid US-Canada trade tensions.

Declining logistics costs signal supply chain normalization, even as workforce challenges persist and freight costs shift across segments.