Shell Profits Rise as Oil Prices Surge Shell profits climbed sharply in the first quarter as oil prices surged during the Middle East conflict, helping the energy giant beat market expectations. The London-based company reported adjusted earnings of $6.92 billion, up 24% from a year earlier, as Brent crude volatility boosted oil trading, refining margins and energy market returns. Middle East Conflict Drives Energy Volatility

Gold and silver prices experienced an uptick, with gold climbing to $4,742.50 per ounce. Silver also saw gains, priced at $81.25 per ounce. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4,742.50 (↑) Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹15,221 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹13,938 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $81.25 (↑) (₹7,659 approx) S

Micron Options Volume Explodes as AI Chip Rally Heats Up Micron options volume surged Tuesday as traders piled into semiconductor stocks, betting the AI chip rally still has room to run despite stretched valuations and rising volatility. By midday Chicago time, options tied to Micron Technology had drawn more than $2.8 billion in premium activity, outpacing major index ETF flows and putting MU stock at the center of Wall Street’s latest AI trade.

The prices of gold and silver saw a rise in the market today. Gold remains a strong asset while silver continues to gain traction among investors. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4,560.50 (↑) Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹14,692 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹13,464 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $73.86 (↑) (₹6,894 approx)

Precious metals recorded a decline in prices. Currency rates remained steady with limited movement. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4563.30 ↓ Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹139633 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹127923 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $73.52 ↓ (₹6995 approx)

Gold prices declined while silver recorded an increase in the latest update. Currency rates showed USD steady against INR. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4,598.60 (↓) Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹140283 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹128419 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $74.93 (↑) (₹7107 approx) Silver (per kg): $2408.04 (₹228442 approx) Currenc

Precious metals continue to move upward in global markets. Gold and silver both recorded gains in the latest session. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4635.90 (↑) Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹141568 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹129676 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $

Precious metals recorded a decline in prices. Gold and silver both moved downward in the latest session. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4,549.40 ↓ Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹138,751 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹127,076 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $72.41 ↓ (₹6,867 approx) Silver (per kg): $2,328 (₹220,764 a

Gold and silver prices moved lower in the latest update on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Currency rates showed USD steady against INR. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4,595.70 (↓) Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹139704 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹127949 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $73.66 (↓) (₹6966 approx) Silver (per kg): $2368.39 (₹223952 approx) C

Gold prices moved lower while silver recorded an increase in the latest market update. Currency rates remained steady with USD holding against INR. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4,709.80 (↓) Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹128690 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹117848 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $76.00 (↑) (₹6460 approx) Silver (per kg): $2443.45 (₹207655 approx)

Shares of Nvidia hit a record $208.27 on Friday, April 24, 2026, pushing its value past $5 trillion amid strong AI demand. Gains followed upbeat results from Intel, lifting chipmakers broadly, even as Alphabet

Strong market reaction to earnings and AI momentum Shares of Intel surged more than 20% during trading hours on Friday, reflecting renewed investor confidence driven by rising artificial intelligence demand and stronger-than-expected financial results. By early afternoon, the stock had climbed approximately 22%, putting it on track for its best single-day performance in d

US stock markets surged to fresh record highs as easing geopolitical tensions triggered a sharp decline in oil prices, boosting investor confidence across global markets. Sentiment improved after reports of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over potential disruptions to global oil supply. The rally was led by the

​Barry Callebaut, the world’s largest chocolate producer, announced on Thursday, April 16, 2026, that it has lowered its operating profit forecast for the 2025–2026 fiscal year, citing falling cocoa prices, industry overcapacity, and potential supply disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions involving Iran. The Zurich-based company now expects earnings before interest and tax (EBIT)

From the early 2020s through 2026, U.S. corporations have demonstrated a remarkable ability to sustain and expand profits despite a series of economic shocks, including the COVID-19 pandemic, rising inflation, tariffs, and ongoing geopolitical conflicts. Recent data indicate that corporate profits have reached a record share of gross domestic product, while profit margins—measuring the gap between input costs and final selling prices—remain near historic highs. Executives across m