Gold price rises amid Omicron worries and weakening dollar
Gold prices rose on Tuesday as a weaker dollar and risks to global economic growth associated with a surge in cases of the Omicron coronavirus strain increased the metal’s appeal as a safe haven. The spot gold price was up…
Global Omicron spread leads to new lockdowns, markets fear consequences for economy
New Zealand on Tuesday postponed a planned border opening due to the widespread spread of a variant of the Omicron coronavirus around the world, with several other countries again imposing a social distance requirement. Many countries are on high alert…
European stocks rise after Monday’s strong sell-off
European stocks are recovering on Tuesday after a sharp sell-off in the previous session, with gains in commodities stocks offsetting concerns about the omics coronavirus strain. The pan-European STOXX 600 index added 0.9 percent. Mining and oil companies led the…