U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has officially added silver to its list of “critical minerals.” This could put further demand pressure on a metal already in short supply. It also increases the possibility of tariffs on silver.

Oil prices rose slightly on Tuesday as concerns over the latest US sanctions on Russian supply raised fears among investors.

Even including gold’s recent pullback, the yellow metal is on track for the best yearly performance since 1979.

Multiple simultaneous economic shocks—tariffs, rising medical costs, reduced food assistance, and AI-driven layoffs—may be enough to tip an already vulnerable U.S. economy into recession.

EUR/CHF extends losses, hitting its lowest level since October 31 as the Swiss Franc outperforms across majors.

Hungary’s Ministry of National Economy has raised its deficit targets for both this year and next to 5% of GDP.