Is Gold Still a Safe Haven in 2026?
The investment landscape of 2026 looks markedly different from that of a decade ago. One important question many may my side have right now: is gold still a safe haven?
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TRADE NATION Review 2026: Regulation, Clone Warnings, and Platform Access
TRADE NATION shows a relatively strong safety profile in the available WikiFX data, with a WikiFX Score of 8.68 and multiple regulated entities under the FCA, ASIC, FSCA, SCB, and Seychelles FSA. The main risk is not the listed official broker itself but clone-company warnings, mixed user cases, and the need to verify the exact website before any deposit or login.
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GMI Review: Withdrawals Stalled, Login Complaints, and Broker Regulation Alarms
GMI shows revoked FCA and VFSC records, an unverified VFSC record, and a heavy wave of recent complaints. Users report withdrawals trapped in PTK/TPK wallets, missing funds, official silence, and login failures that block access to money.
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Why Asian Currencies Often Wait Until Monday to React to US NFP
Asian currencies often react to US NFP data only on the following Monday because their main trading hours have already ended when the report is released on Friday evening US time. This article explains the time zone and liquidity reasons behind the delay, walks through a hypothetical weekend gap example, and clarifies the common beginner misunderstandings that can lead to costly mistakes.
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Thailand Cuts Interest Rate to 1.25% as Baht Surges
The Bank of Thailand's MPC unanimously cut the policy rate from 1.50% to 1.25% on 17 December 2025, citing an economic slowdown, a surging baht, and deteriorating credit conditions. The 2026 GDP forecast was trimmed to 1.5%, while the central bank pledged closer monitoring of currency movements.
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Gold Retreats From Seven-Week High
Gold prices retreated from a brief seven-week high near $4,234, reversing previous gains as crude oil prices and interest rate expectations shifted.
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Dollar Firms Ahead of Payrolls
The U.S. dollar firmed ahead of key employment data, supported by rising Treasury yields and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen consolidated around 158.4 following recent U.S.-Japan intervention, and CFD brokers expanded 24/7 instant funding options for retail traders.
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Goodbye Weekend Gap: XM Launches 24/7 Gold Trading
XM has launched GOLD24-7, a new CFD instrument that allows clients to trade gold seven days a week, including weekends. The product, introduced on August 6, 2026, removes the traditional weekend blackout window and sits alongside the broker's existing XAU/USD offering. Co-CEO Stavri Morti said the launch gives traders the flexibility to respond to weekend market-moving events in real time.
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Ringgit Gains vs Majors, Slips vs Dollar in Recurring Trend
The ringgit opened higher against major currencies but slipped against the US dollar in two separate trading sessions in June and July 2026, reflecting persistent US dollar strength driven by Fed rate hike expectations and geopolitical uncertainties including US-Iran negotiations.
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Court Ends 28-Year Sh185.5m Battle Against CBK
Kenya's Court of Appeal dismissed a Sh185.5 million refund claim against the Central Bank of Kenya on July 31, 2026, ending a 28-year civil dispute linked to Kamlesh Pattni and the Goldenberg scandal. The ruling saves taxpayers over Sh3.5 billion.
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STMARKET Review: A Cambodia SERC License and a $3,250 Withdrawal That Went Missing
STMARKET is a Cambodia-based broker founded in 2006, licensed by the SERC with MT5 access and leverage up to 1:500. A WikiFX score of 5.45 and a documented $3,250 withdrawal complaint from 2026 raise caution.
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EmiraX Markets Review: No Regulatory Information Found , Accounts Suspended When Traders Try to Withdraw
EmiraX Markets holds a WikiFX score of 1.79 with no regulatory information found. User complaints from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Hong Kong report accounts being suspended when traders attempt to withdraw profits.
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Ubuntu Markets Review: What Traders Should Know Before Depositing
Ubuntu Markets is a South African broker with an FSCA derivatives license and a tiered account structure requiring high minimum deposits. A WikiFX score of 4.29, company name discrepancies, and limited user transparency feedback raise questions traders should examine before depositing.
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Trade24Seven Review: What Traders Should Know Before Depositing
Trade24Seven scores just 1.99 on WikiFX with no recognized regulatory licenses on record and operates under an offshore Comoros structure. This review examines what the data reveals before you fund an account.
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Oron Trade Review: Is Your Deposit Safe?
Oron Trade is an unregulated broker with a 1.98 WikiFX score and an inaccessible website. While some users report positive experiences, the complete absence of regulatory oversight is the defining risk every trader needs to weigh.
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Naira Hits N1,410 as CBN Reserves Shed $120m in 5 Days
The Nigerian naira fell to N1,410 on the parallel market as of 6 August 2026, widening the gap with the official NFEM rate of N1,368.5 to N41.5 per dollar. Nigeria's external reserves dropped $120 million in five days to $51.92 billion, while interbank FX turnover declined 4.3 percent. Analysts point to seasonal dollar demand from summer travel, tuition payments and importer obligations as key drivers.
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Why Your Forex Withdrawal Triggers AML Alerts – The Real Checks
AML screening in forex is not about blocking your profits but about verifying the legitimacy of your funds. Learn what compliance teams actually check during cross‑border deposits and withdrawals, and how to avoid delays without breaking any rules.
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Why You Can’t Generalise Forex Regulation Across Africa
African forex rules differ widely because regulation is designed at a national level. Using a hypothetical comparison of three regulatory regimes, this article explains why traders should never assume one African licence equals another, and how to avoid common misunderstandings.
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XM Opens Gold Trading Through the Weekend with GOLD24-7
XM has launched GOLD24-7, a new instrument enabling weekend trading of gold (XAU/USD) via MT4 and MT5 with no extra commission. The move addresses the risk of Monday opening gaps caused by weekend news events.
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She Loses RM622,320 After Falling for a Fake Online Stock Investment Scheme
A 53-year-old accounts clerk in Kuching has lost RM622,320 after falling victim to an online stock investment scam that lured her with promises of attractive returns before cutting off access to her funds.
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