Inflation

March's US Consumer Price Index is expected to show a sharp increase due to soaring oil prices from the Iran conflict, dampening hopes for a rate cut this year.

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While the sovereign rating remains at BAA1, the shift reflects a clear easing of risk compared with the peak of the war period.

Essentials such as food, medicine, and clothing have become increasingly unaffordable, while the minimum monthly wage has fallen to roughly $100.

The Iranian rial fell to a record low of about 1.52 million per dollar on the unofficial market, deepening economic turmoil as nationwide protests continue and confidence in the regime weakens.

Most Iranian ethnic minorities disdain both Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and the MEK, who have been calling for protests. However, that does not mean that they still should not join.

All around Iran, citizens rise against tyranny, taking a risk for freedom and a better future.

It represents the first reduction in nearly two years, as a ceasefire in Gaza eased inflation and reduced geopolitical risk.

Expert analysis suggests geopolitical turmoil is the primary driver of gold's current high valuation and consolidation, with global conflicts and the sovereign debt crisis.