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The Trust holds gold bars and from time to time, issues Baskets in exchange for deposits of gold and distributes gold in connection with redemptions of Baskets. The investment objective of the Trust is for the Shares to reflect the performance of the price of gold bullion, less the Trust’s expenses. The Sponsor believes that, for many investors, the Shares represent a cost-effective investment in gold.

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On July 31, U.S. stock markets closed higher with significant gains in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by a rally in chip stocks and the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates unchanged. U.S. pending home sales rose 4.8% in June, and private businesses added 122,000 jobs in July. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei 225 fell sharply due to a hawkish stance from the BOJ, while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 and India's Nifty 50 saw gains. European markets declined, and commodities like gold and crude oil saw price increases. The U.S. dollar strengthened.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

August 01, 2024 | 10:52 am

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly ordered a direct strike on Israel in retaliation for the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. This escalation could lead to increased tensions and potential conflict in the Middle East. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), and United States Oil Fund (USO) have seen price movements in response to the news.

Portfolio Pulse from Michael Cohen

July 31, 2024 | 8:19 pm

Gold and silver are trading higher due to Middle East tensions and the Federal Reserve's decision and comments from Fed Chair Powell. This could support safe-haven assets.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

July 31, 2024 | 7:33 pm

The article discusses the recent market dynamics, highlighting the oversold condition of tech stocks, the impact of a potential China loophole, and the Bank of Japan's rate hike. It mentions the earnings reports of several companies and the positive money flows in major tech stocks and ETFs.

Portfolio Pulse from The Arora Report

July 31, 2024 | 3:38 pm

US private employment rose by 122,000 in July, missing estimates and indicating a cooling labor market. The ADP National Employment Report showed the lowest job creation since January 2024. The U.S. Dollar Index fell, Treasury yields softened, and gold prices rose. Microsoft shares dropped 3% premarket, while AMD shares rallied over 7%.

Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari

July 31, 2024 | 12:28 pm

Global markets showed mixed results with U.S. indices closing mixed, Asian markets rising, and European markets opening higher. Crude oil prices advanced by 2.6% due to geopolitical tensions. Key U.S. stocks like Microsoft and Nvidia saw declines due to earnings and growth concerns.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

July 31, 2024 | 10:42 am

The article discusses the upcoming earnings report from Microsoft (MSFT) and its potential impact on AI stocks, the start of the FOMC meeting, and the importance of the Bank of Japan's decision. It also highlights early trade money flows in major tech stocks and ETFs, and provides investment advice on protection bands and bond allocations.

Portfolio Pulse from The Arora Report

July 30, 2024 | 4:32 pm

On Monday, July 29th, U.S. stock markets closed mixed with the S&P 500 slightly higher. The Dallas Fed Manufacturing index declined to -17.5 in July. Tesla's stock rallied after Morgan Stanley added it to its 'top pick' U.S. autos list. Asian markets were mostly down, while European markets were mixed. Crude oil hovered around $75, balancing concerns about Chinese demand and U.S. inventories.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

July 30, 2024 | 10:53 am

The article discusses the recent outperformance of the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) compared to the 'Magnificent Seven' stocks, driven by factors such as hedge fund short squeezes, favorable policies from Trump, and potential interest rate cuts. It also highlights Trump's proposal for a national strategic bitcoin reserve, which has boosted Bitcoin's price. The article advises caution with small caps due to upcoming earnings reports and suggests maintaining a balanced investment strategy.

Portfolio Pulse from The Arora Report

July 29, 2024 | 4:59 pm

The article discusses the positive outlook for defense stocks regardless of the election outcome, with RTX, LMT, and LHX showing strong performance. It also highlights the mixed performance of tech stocks and the potential impact of Trump's support for Bitcoin. Additionally, it provides insights into personal income and spending data, and the importance of maintaining a balanced investment strategy.

Portfolio Pulse from The Arora Report

July 26, 2024 | 3:30 pm

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