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What a Fed rate hike could mean for gold and silver prices

The article explains how a potential Federal Reserve rate hike could affect gold and silver prices, noting that higher rates and a stronger dollar may create short-term headwinds while inflation, geopolitical uncertainty, central-bank demand and industrial demand could provide support. It advises investors to watch the Fed's future rate outlook and their own portfolio goals rather than focusing on a single meeting.

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Tech stocks slump after AI execs call for industry slowdown

Tech stocks fell Monday after AI executives including Anthropic's Dario Amodei, Elon Musk, and Sam Altman called for a more cautious pace in AI development. The Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow declined, with chipmakers Nvidia and Micron hit hardest, as investors weighed AI spending and bubble concerns.

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OpenAI boss Sam Altman warns of two ways AI could go ‘very badly’ for humans — as China alleges ‘fear mongering’

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warned that AI could go “very badly” if humanity loses control or power becomes too concentrated, while urging federal safeguards. China dismissed such warnings as “fear mongering,” and global tech stocks fell amid investor concerns over AI spending and safety-driven slowdowns.

Right 2.4

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What is the price of gold today?

The article reports the current price of gold as of September 16, 2026, and explains factors that influence gold prices, including supply and demand, inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainty. It concludes with guidance for investors considering gold as a store of value or portfolio diversifier.

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Labour urged to scrap stamp duty on share trading to turn UK 'from nation of savers into nation of investors'

The Association of Investment Companies is urging Chancellor John Healey to scrap stamp duty on UK share trading and restore venture capital trust tax relief, arguing it would boost growth and turn savers into investors. The article pairs the call with warnings about foreign takeovers of undervalued UK firms and recent job cuts and billionaire departures, framing Labour's tax policy as a drag on investment.

Right 3.5

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JEFF PRESTRIDGE: The little-known trick to slash your income tax bill by 20 PER CENT

A personal finance column explains how venture capital trusts (VCTs) can provide 20% income tax relief, tax-free dividends, and capital gains tax exemption. It notes the government reduced the relief from 30% to 20% and warns VCTs are high-risk and suited mainly to experienced high earners. It also suggests capital gains tax may rise in the upcoming Budget.

Right 2.6