January 21, 2026

Gold Prices Hit Record Highs in Dubai Amid Global Geopolitical Tensions

Gold prices in Dubai surged to AED 573.75 per gram on January 20, 2026, driven by rising global demand for safe assets amid geopolitical uncertainty. Silver and other metals also gained, as investors seek protection against market risks.

January 21, 2026

Gen X Tops Property Wealth in Australia, Overtaking Boomers Amid Housing Crunch

Gen X households now hold the most property wealth in Australia, with an average of $1.455m. Baby boomers follow with $1.36m, while millennials lag behind due to lower home ownership and rising prices.

January 21, 2026

Govt Approves ₹5,000 Crore for SIDBI to Boost MSME Credit and Jobs

The Union Cabinet approved ₹5,000 crore equity infusion into SIDBI to expand credit for MSMEs. Financing will support 25.74 lakh new MSMEs and create 1.12 crore jobs by 2027-28.

January 21, 2026

Iran’s Central Bank Moves $507m in Tether Crypto Backed by Nigel Farage

Iran’s central bank reportedly used over $507 million in Tether stablecoins, a cryptocurrency championed by Nigel Farage. This move may help Iran bypass sanctions, stirring debate on crypto regulation and Farage’s backing of Tether.

January 20, 2026

Europe Set to Suspend Approval of US Tariffs Deal Amid Greenland Row

The European Parliament plans to suspend approval of the US tariffs deal made in July. The move comes after Trump’s Greenland threat, raising trade tensions and shaking markets.