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금 가격이 최고치를 경신하고 있는 가운데, 전문가들은 엇갈린 경제 지표와 도널드 트럼프 대통령의 관세 부과 임박으로 인한 경제 불확실성이 커지면서 금이 더 상승할 여지가 있다고 보고 있다. 

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Even though Bitcoin remained constrained due to geopolitical concerns, cheaper alternatives to the apex cryptocurrency enticed investors Sunday night.
What happened: Bitcoin Cash rallied over 5% to become the market&#8217;s third-biggest gainer over the last 24 hours. Trading volume for the cryptocurrency surged 71% to $510 million, indicating substantial interest from traders and increased liquidity.
Similarly, Bitcoin SV rose 1.39%, with volume increasing 5.34% to $47 million in the last 24 hours.
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<td>Bitcoin Cash (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bch/usd">BCH</a>)</td>
<td>+5.04%</td>
<td>$457.42</td>
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
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<td>$105,820</td>
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These gains contrasted with Bitcoin's stagnation. The world's leading cryptocurrency was little changed in the last 24 hours <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/25/06/45941991/bitcoin-ethereum-consolidate-dogecoin-dips-as-iran-israel-conflict-rages-on-these-levels-will-define-direction-of-btcs-next-breakout-says-analyst">as investors reined in their risk appetite owing to the Iran-Israel conflict</a>.
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Why It Matters: It&#8217;s worth mentioning that BSV arose from a hard fork of the Bitcoin Cash blockchain in 2018, which had split from the original Bitcoin network a year ago due to community disagreements over Bitcoin scaling.
Bitcoin traded at nearly $106,000 as of this writing. The high price could make holding one full Bitcoin a little challenging, especially for retail investors, although they can always obtain exposure by making fractional purchases.
In comparison, BCH and BSV have much smaller market capitalizations—$9.1 billion and $623 million, respectively—and lower per-unit prices, positioning them as potentially cheaper alternatives to the $2 trillion asset.
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On Sunday, Taiwan added Chinese tech giants Huawei Technologies and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC) to its strategic export control list, signaling escalating efforts to restrict Beijing's access to advanced chip technologies.
What Happened: Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs updated its strategic high-tech commodities entity list on June 10, adding 601 entities—including Huawei and SMIC—alongside organizations from Russia, Iran and Myanmar, reported Reuters.
The ministry cited "the prevention of arms proliferation and other national security considerations" as the reason behind this development.
The updated list was published on the ministry's trade administration website and includes references to terrorist groups like the Taliban and al-Qaeda.
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&#8220;Manufacturers must comply with export control regulations, fulfil their verification obligations and carefully assess transaction risks,&#8221; the statement read.
Why It's Important: Taiwan is home to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), the world's largest contract chipmaker and a key supplier to global firms like Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).
Adding Huawei and SMIC to the blacklist reflects growing concerns over Chinese firms allegedly stealing intellectual property and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44531802/chinas-top-chipmaker-smic-under-scrutiny-for-allegedly-targeting-taiwans-engineers-through-secret-samoan-front-company">poaching chip talent</a> from Taiwan.
Both companies are at the center of China's ambitions to build a self-reliant semiconductor supply chain amid sweeping U.S. export restrictions. The move aligns with Washington's efforts to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/03/44494896/us-adds-50-chinese-entities-to-export-restriction-list-curtailing-access-to-nvidia-amd-chips">choke off China's access to high-end chips</a> and AI technologies, especially those involving U.S.-origin tools and software.
Earlier this week, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the company will <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45918580/nvidia-drops-china-from-guidance-after-2-5-billion-q1-revenue-hit-ceo-jensen-huang-says-hes-not-">exclude China from future revenue</a> and profit forecasts due to U.S. export restrictions.
Nvidia had to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45644145/nvidia-stock-is-bullish-ahead-of-q1-earnings-but-will-h20-chip-woes-dampen-the-party">halt shipments of its China-specific</a> H20 AI chips, leading to a $2.5 billion revenue loss in the first quarter. While the company anticipated a $5.5 billion hit from excess inventory, it ended up recording a $4.5 billion charge.
Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings indicate that Nvidia continues to show robust upward momentum across short, medium and long-term timeframes. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound'">Additional performance metrics can be accessed here</a>.
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Leading cryptocurrencies consolidated on Sunday as the Iran-Israel war kept financial markets on edge.
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<td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td>
<td>+0.12%</td>
<td>$105,599.99</td>
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<td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
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What Happened: Bitcoin spiked above $106,000 in the wee hours before retreating to the $105,000 region.
Ethereum dipped below $2,500 late afternoon but quickly reversed, continuing its movement around the $2,540-$2,550.
The two assets have plateaued in June following last month's rally, with BTC up 0.53% and ETH up 0.92%.&nbsp;
Over $218 million was liquidated from the cryptocurrency market in the last 24 hours, with long liquidations accounting for $161 million. That said, over $250 million in shorts risked liquidation if BTC rallied to $107,000.
Bitcoin&#8217;s Open Interest rose 0.18%, matching the trajectory in spot price. The majority of Binance traders continued to be bearish on Bitcoin, according to the long/short ratio.
The market sentiment remained in "Greed," according to the Crypto Fear &amp; Greed Index.
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<td>Jito (JTO)</td>
<td>+11.96%</td>
<td>$2.20</td>
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<td>Bitcoin Cash (BCH) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>+6.65%</td>
<td>$462.29</td>
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<td>Solana (SOL)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td>
<td>+5.33%</td>
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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.28 trillion, following a modest spike of 0.24% in the last 24 hours.
Stock futures inched higher overnight Sunday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average Futures rose 32 points, or 0.08%, as of 8:49 p.m. EDT.&nbsp; Futures tied to the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.13%, while Nasdaq 100 Futures added 0.19%.
Investors have been on edge as tensions between regional adversaries<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45939689/israeli-airstrikes-damage-irans-nuclear-sites-experts-assess-impact"> Iran and Israel escalate</a>, risking a full-scale conflict that may bring in other major nations.
President Donald Trump <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114687664442020232">stated </a>on his Truth Social platform that he will help broker a truce between the two countries and that there will be "peace" soon.
Meanwhile, oil prices continued to shoot up, with the U.S. West Texas Intermediate rising 0.92% to $73.25 a barrel.&nbsp;
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Analyst Notes: Widely followed cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez highlighted Bitcoin's consolidation within an ascending triangle.&nbsp;
"A 4-hour close above $106,100 or below $104,800 will likely define the direction of the next breakout," Martinez predicted.
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/trading-ascending-triangle-pattern">ascending triangle pattern</a> is a bullish continuation pattern, indicating a potential upward price breakout
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> is consolidating within an ascending triangle. A 4-hour close above $106,100 or below $104,800 will likely define the direction of the next breakout. <a href="https://t.co/OlknLsluEK">pic.twitter.com/OlknLsluEK</a>
&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1934248537644024192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Another well-known market commentator, Michaël van de Poppe, noticed Ethereum's failed breakout attempt and predicted another leg down before pushing upward.
"I wouldn&#8217;t be surprised if we see a test at the region of $2,400 taking place before we reverse back upwards," the analyst said. "Ultimately, the trend has reversed upwards on Ethereum, indicating that we&#8217;re in the game for buying the dips."
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">A clear pullback taking place on the markets for <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ETH&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ETH</a> as the breakout failed and liquidity on the long side has been taken. As the chart shows; after the pullback a test at $2,600 failed to break through. What happens next? Next we&#39;ll see a case where the markets are heading… <a href="https://t.co/OZRyCsSzNS">pic.twitter.com/OZRyCsSzNS</a>
&mdash; Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoMichNL/status/1934181383439626350?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Seattle sisters Misbah and Farah Uraizee <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/misbahuraizee_socialcommerce-communitymanagement-ai-activity-7336383431670452225-iJoJ/">just announced</a> $10.6 million in funding for their Nectar Social AI-native social operating system. The marketing tech platform for social media is intended to bypass classic advertising models to deliver stronger sales and financial returns for clients. According to the founders, this segment will generate $3 trillion in sales globally by 2026.
According to <a href="https://www.geekwire.com/2025/sister-led-social-commerce-startup-nectar-lands-10-6m-reveals-more-about-marketing-tech/">GeekWire</a>, the 2023 startup wants to help brands do two things. First, move to the front of the line when consumers click around social media platforms. Second, personalize AI conversations that move the consumer toward a buying decision. This two-pronged strategy, if successful, could mark a challenge to traditional methods of marketing digitally through ads, emails and text messaging.
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Nectar algos review comments, tags, replies to content, direct messages and other data the sisters say are invisible for most brands. They insist this tiny space will yield stronger sales and profits for their clientele because, with marketing relationships in place, these tools can feed product choices that are perfectly tailored to AI discoveries.&nbsp;
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Eight funds participated in the cash infusion, reflecting healthy interest in this relatively new digital marketing tactic. Tony Conrad, partner at True Ventures, and Frederique Dame, general partner at Google Ventures, led the funding round, with additional tranches provided by Trust Fund founder Sophia Amoruso, BAM Ventures, Mercury Fund, Charge Ventures, XRC Ventures and FAB Ventures. The $10.6 million raised includes a $2 million pre-seed round led by Seattle-based Flying Fish Ventures.&nbsp;
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"Consumer behavior has fundamentally shifted toward social-first discovery, where purchase decisions begin with social content, flow through community, and propel by personalized conversations," Conrad told GeekWire. "Yet most brands are stuck using disconnected tools that weren't built for this reality. Misbah and Farah have built the answer to this problem."
"Every customer journey starts with a Reddit search, a TikTok scroll or an influencer recommendation," Farah said in a <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/farahu_ai-agents-communitymarketing-activity-7336389945650987012-kEKR/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_ios&amp;rcm=ACoAAALbAY8BAMubgbU_YrKPSMQUTb8n4LKdJA0">LinkedIn video</a>. "Ignore it and you'll get left in the dust." In addition to multiple tech companies, the Uraizees led product and engineering teams at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/META">Meta Platforms</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and are using this experience to develop new forms of customer engagement that focus on Gen Z and Gen Alpha, our youngest generations.
Nectar AI tools engage in "social listening," tracking interactions from initial messaging to end purchases. According to the sisters, they watch online comments and videos from customers and influencers to get insights into the sentiment around brands and products. They specifically focus on the first 30 seconds after social platforms are opened because their research indicates that 25% of users perform searches within this time frame.
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The startup now has 12 employees at a Seattle engineering facility and New York City sales team. It's focusing early efforts on a brand list that includes consumer goods, beauty, wellness, food and beverage marketing, software services and lifestyle products. It has already built a portfolio of customers that include GLAMNETIC, Solawave, Olipop and Jones Road Beauty.&nbsp;
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A caller on &#8220;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQXb3oHW5kw">The Ramsey Show</a>&#8221; shocked hosts John Delony and George Kamel with a story that was equal parts financial windfall and family bombshell. The 31-year-old man revealed that he had <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/06/45738080/57-year-old-inherits-7-million-after-husbands-unexpected-death-suze-orman-tells-her-do-not-touch-this-money-for-at-least-6-months">unexpectedly inherited millions</a> from a man he thought was just a family friend. &#8220;It&#8217;s been a wild week and a half, two weeks for me,&#8221; the caller said.
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&#8220;A couple of weeks ago, my mother flew out from California to Nashville to see me in person,&#8221; the caller began. She broke the news that a longtime family friend had passed away and named both her and her son in his will. According to the attorney handling the estate, it was worth somewhere between $10 million and $14 million.
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That wasn't the only surprise. &#8220;Now, in the will, he&#8217;s designated me as his son,&#8221; the caller said. He added that he had never met the man, though he had received birthday cards from him every year. When he had asked about the cards growing up, his mother simply said, &#8220;He&#8217;s just a friend of mine. Don&#8217;t worry about it.&#8221;
The truth came out only after the man's death: the family friend was likely his biological father.
&#8220;Every single part of your life is different now than it was this time last week,&#8221; Delony told the caller. &#8220;Any attempt you try to make to &#8216;get back to the way it was&#8217;&#8230; is a choice to be miserable.&#8221;
The caller said he was now helping arrange the funeral because, as the legally recognized next of kin, he had to step in.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Money Is In A Trust</h2>
The inheritance is not a lump sum. Instead, it's in a trust made up mostly of stocks and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/mutual-funds">mutual funds</a>. &#8220;Me and my mom are splitting the dividends, the interest, and whatever income that trust brings in,&#8221; he explained. &#8220;It&#8217;s about, on average, according to the lawyer, about half a million a year.&#8221;
He and his mother will each receive $250,000 annually. When his mother passes away, her portion will transfer to him. When he turns 60, the trust will close and he'll inherit the principal.
Delony advised the caller to hire his own attorney &#8220;before the day is over.&#8221; &#8220;Not this trust, not somebody who was dishonest enough to not come out and tell you that they&#8217;re your father for 30 years, not your mom who did not tell you the truth,&#8221; he said. &#8220;I would have somebody else who is working for you.&#8221;
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Kamel jumped in with a list of practical next steps: hiring a lawyer, a therapist, a certified public accountant, an investment professional, an insurance broker, and eventually, a real estate agent. The caller said he currently doesn't own a home.
&#8220;The first thing I would do is nothing,&#8221; Kamel added. &#8220;Just grieve all of this. Feel it all.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Hard Truths And Long Roads</h2>
The caller said his mom described the man as someone who &#8220;couldn&#8217;t commit&#8221; but was not a bad guy.
Delony pushed back. &#8220;Michael, I&#8217;m the father of two kids. He was not a good man,&#8221; he said. &#8220;Good men, they go to war for their kids.&#8221;
He ended on a heartfelt note: &#8220;You are worth having a dad around. And I&#8217;m sorry you didn&#8217;t have that.&#8221;
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A Dave Ramsey Caller Says He Inherited A Fortune From A 'Family Friend' Who Turned Out To Be His Father. 'It's Been A Wild Week For Me'

Basketball legend Shaquille O&#8217;Neal never set out to be a billionaire. Early in his life, the dream was pretty modest for someone of his future stature. &#8220;My dream was to make $8 million [over] 10 years. That's $800,000 a year,&#8221; he said on a recent episode of &#8220;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDV0atGIPuk">The Pivot Podcast</a>.&#8221; Then, as it happens when you become a basketball superstar, &#8220;the money changed.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Bigger Paycheck, A Bigger Mission</h2>
As the checks got larger, O&#8217;Neal said, the responsibility that came with them did too. He was able to make $40 million. He then had a thought: &#8220;You know what? You're <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42118033/nba-legend-shaq-put-his-mom-and-dad-on-payroll-when-he-made-it-big-in-basketball-now-you-making-half-a-million-a-year">not working no more, mama</a>. Daddy, you ain&#8217;t working no more. Brothers and sisters, I'm going to pay for all your sh&#x2A;t too.&#8221;&nbsp;
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That shift, he explained, was about something deeper. &#8220;That was my higher purpose,&#8221; he said.
Throughout the interview, O&#8217;Neal reflected on growing up as a self-described &#8220;high-level juvenile delinquent.&#8221; His grandmother was the only one who didn't discipline him. He promised her that one day, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/05/45482493/nba-legend-shaq-once-offered-500k-on-the-spot-to-fulfill-a-promise-to-his-grandmother-and-that-same-mindset-set-the-tone-for-a-500-million-investment-empire">he&#8217;d buy her a house</a>. She asked for one across the street from where they lived. It was just a regular house. &#8220;So when I got some money, I knocked on the lady's door, said &#8216;I want to buy your house,&#8217; she gave me a price and I doubled her price, and bought my grandmother her house.&#8221;
Shaq said he did the same for his parents. He <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41186647/nba-star-shaq-wanted-to-get-rich-to-buy-his-mother-anything-she-wanted-that-right-there-is-what-">bought his mom a house and a car</a>. Then he did the same for his siblings. Still, he admitted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43106699/i-had-it-all-nba-legend-shaq-blames-himself-for-divorce-76000-sq-ft-house-by-yourself-no-kids-go-to-their-room-and-nobodys-there">he carries regrets</a>. &#8220;I never told them thank you. That's why I cry. We live, we die, everybody has to die,&#8221; he said.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Still Motivated, Never Satisfied</h2>
Even now, O&#8217;Neal says he doesn't feel fulfilled. &#8220;I could stop right now, but I don't want to stop. You know why I don't want to stop? For them. I read all the time and I&#8217;m looking at the Rockefellers and the Rothschilds. I want my kids to be the O&#8217;Neals.&#8221;
He also explained how he stays driven. It often comes from unexpected places, like jealousy. He described one moment in the Bahamas where he was enjoying time on a rented yacht, projecting success before truly feeling he had earned it. But then, an older man arrived on a much larger yacht, surrounded by a younger wife and her friends. The sight struck him. In his words, &#8220;He was living my life.&#8221; That moment became fuel: &#8220;I want to get enough to where I could get a big yacht and live somewhere blue. That&#8217;s my new fake motivation.&#8221;
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Shaq Says: My Dream Was $8 Million Over 10 Years. But Then, The Money Started Coming In Faster—And With It, A 'Higher Purpose'

Most financial experts say you need millions to retire comfortably. Some, like Suze Orman, have floated numbers <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/06/45818495/suze-orman-says-retiring-early-is-the-biggest-financial-mistake-youll-ever-make-you-might-need-10-millionjust-so-youll-be-fine">as high as $10 million</a>. But one Indiana couple is proving that early retirement is possible on far less.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Low Costs, Big Freedom</h2>
One couple on the <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/leanfire/comments/1ktmhpp/retired_at_39_with_1m_and_living_on_1250month_it/">r/leanfire</a> subreddit shared how they retired at 39 with just over $1 million in assets. They now live on about $1,241 per month, or around $15,000 per year. FIRE&nbsp; stands for financial independence, retire early. LeanFIRE is a version of that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39779967/29-year-old-software-engineer-with-135-000-salary-plans-to-retire-by-35-says-hes-in-top-0-1-of-m">focused on extreme frugality</a> and minimalism to achieve early retirement with a modest nest egg.
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&#8220;We're living proof that leanFIRE actually works,&#8221; he wrote. &#8220;We're free, we travel half the year, and we're not stressed about money.&#8221;&nbsp;
The couple lives just outside Indianapolis, a low cost of living area they chose intentionally. Their expenses are low in part because they've made some big financial decisions: their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/25/02/43789996/dave-ramsey-says-a-paid-off-mortgage-is-the-new-status-symbol-not-a-bmw-do-you-agree">house is fully paid off</a>, they drive a 2005 Toyota with over 200,000 miles, and they have zero debt.
Despite the tight budget, they don't stay home all year. They spend 4 to 6 months annually overseas in countries like Thailand, where they rent fully furnished apartments for as little as $400 per month and eat street food for less than the cost of cooking at home.
&#8220;Street food in Thailand beats cooking at home cost-wise,&#8221; he said.
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Health insurance costs? Also zero. The husband qualifies for Medicaid because Indiana doesn&#8217;t test assets, just income, and they keep their modified adjusted gross income low on purpose. His wife, who isn't a U.S. citizen yet, uses an Affordable Care Act-subsidized plan.
&#8220;Medicaid in 41 states is based on MAGI. No asset testing. It&#8217;s literally how our overlords designed it,&#8221; he explained.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Keeping Costs And Desires Down</h2>
The couple's monthly expenses break down like this:
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They avoid spending by not caring about lifestyle inflation. &#8220;Don&#8217;t give a damn what the neighbors think,&#8221; he said. &#8220;'Stuff&#8217; is the enemy of FIRE.&#8221;
Their income comes from a combination of selling short-term Treasury ETFs, dividends, an online side hustle, and occasional bank account signup bonuses. They say their IRA accounts continue to grow untouched.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Critics Question The Medicaid Angle</h2>
Some Reddit users were skeptical of the couple's access to Medicaid with over $1 million in net worth. But the husband maintained that their eligibility is fully legal.
&#8220;Nothing unethical about it,&#8221; he said. &#8220;They set the rules of the game. It&#8217;s our job to know and play by the rules.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Kids, No Problem</h2>
They say not having children makes this lifestyle possible, and many in the comments agreed. &#8220;No kids, no fancy cars, no keeping up with anyone,&#8221; he wrote. &#8220;But we&#8217;re free.&#8221;
While many FIRE enthusiasts plan for 4% withdrawal rates, the couple spends closer to 1.5% of their net worth per year. &#8220;You just have to actually want it more than you want stuff,&#8221; he said.
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They Retired At 40 With $1M In The Bank, While Experts Like Suze Orman Say You'll Need $10M. Their Monthly Expenses Are Now Only $1,241

Chime Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHYM#NASDAQ">CHYM</a>) made a splash on Wall Street this week as its highly anticipated initial public offering saw shares soar by as much as 66% on the stock's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45921212/us-stocks-likely-to-open-lower-as-israel-strikes-iran-geopolitical-risks-offers-upside-for-dollar-say-experts">first day of trading.&nbsp;</a>
Chime made a strong debut on the Nasdaq on Thursday. The stock opened at $43 per share, well above its IPO price of $27, and surged as much as 66% during the day before closing at around $37.&nbsp;
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Chime and its shareholders raised $864 million in the IPO and the stock's first-day pop valued the company at approximately $18.4 billion at its peak.
Chime's strong debut is seen as a positive sign for the U.S. IPO market, which has been sluggish for several years. But that may be changing as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/ipos/25/06/45874849/will-rising-stars-circle-coreweave-perform-like-past-ipo-winners-reddit-astera-labs">several other companies</a> have made successful Wall Street debuts recently.&nbsp;
CRCL: Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRCL#NYSE">CRCL</a>) continued to climb Friday after its dramatic debut last week . The IPO was priced at $31 and shares rocketed to $88 by the end of its first trading day.&nbsp;
The stock climbed to over $107 the following day and marked a two-day surge of nearly 250%, setting a new record for IPOs raising $500 million or more since 1980, according to <a href="https://fortune.com/2025/06/10/circle-ipo-stock-price-valuation-outlook/">Fortune</a>.&nbsp;
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A 36-year-old Reddit user resonated deeply with fellow millennials after <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Millennials/comments/1l9yxqc/im_36_live_paycheck_to_paycheck_have_no_savings/">posting</a> openly about their financial situation. They say they <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/05/45710917/whats-driving-americans-to-live-paycheck-to-paycheck-one-person-says-its-like-being-thrown-into-adulthood-without-a-map">live paycheck to paycheck</a>, have over $100,000 in debt, no savings and, perhaps most surprisingly, don't feel panicked about it. &#8220;I should be freaking out, but I just don't have the energy anymore,&#8221; they wrote.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Exhausted, Not Defeated</h2>
They explained that the bulk of their debt came from a private university degree in archaeology and classics that cost $200,000. Although they&#8217;ve managed to pay a significant portion down, they still owe about $40,000. Add to that a $30,000 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45523239/graham-stephan-explains-why-auto-loans-are-the-biggest-scam-in-america-its-scary">auto loan</a> and a personal loan taken out to help cover bills when student loan payments were $1,000 a month pre-COVID. &#8220;I couldn't afford to pay them and my other bills. So I <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-get-a-personal-loan">got a personal loan</a>.&#8221;
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&#8220;Maybe it's the state of the world and not knowing what's going to happen in the next few months, let alone years,&#8221; he wrote. &#8220;Or maybe I've just grown numb to my situation.&#8221;
The poster, who now works as a traveling contractor in a scientific field, said their current approach is simple: &#8220;I will either figure it out and make it work or I won't. But I can't bring myself to fret anymore.&#8221;&nbsp;
&#8220;A few years ago I would have freaked out and sent myself into a panic attack,&#8221; the person wrote. &#8220;And now it's here and I honestly don't care.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Widespread Sentiment</h2>
In the replies, many reflected those feelings of burnout, resignation and financial paralysis. One commenter put it plainly: &#8220;I'm 39, just <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44408726/got-laid-off-so-i-went-all-in-on-living-frugally-redditor-shares-how-they-saved-big-and-why-these-tips-may-be-more-important-than-ever">got laid off</a> from my job of 13 years and I'm about to lose my apartment due to rent increase. I feel ya OP.&#8221;
Multiple people shared stories of six-figure debts, stagnant wages, medical emergencies, and housing instability. A recurring theme was the feeling that no matter how hard they work, they&#8217;re falling behind.
&#8220;It seems like every time we&#8217;ve finally &#8216;leveled up&#8217; in jobs, raises, etc., there&#8217;s been a huge jump in costs along with it,&#8221; wrote one person. &#8220;We can never get our heads above the water.&#8221;
Another person shared that their household income fell from six figures to just $25,000 in two years. With over $100,000 in debt, they said they were forced to put their home up for sale.
Some shared that they've given up on the idea of retirement altogether. &#8220;I&#8217;ve resigned myself to working until I die,&#8221; one said.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Acceptance Or Apathy?</h2>
Though the post received plenty of support, a few commenters pushed back. &#8220;I understand the exhaustion, but I don&#8217;t think this is normal,&#8221; one person replied. Another warned, &#8220;You should not be perfectly okay with your situation. It's one thing to recognize and acknowledge your reality, but you need to use that clarity to inform your actions and decisions going forward.&#8221;
Even the poster admitted that while their mindset helps them cope, it&#8217;s probably not the healthiest: &#8220;People do have this exact thinking when it comes to their health. And it's definitely not healthy. And it's probably not healthy for me to think this way either. But I've done my freaking out for years and it's never done any good.&#8221;
Still, the overwhelming tone in the thread was solidarity, not judgment, and many said the post made them feel less alone.&nbsp;
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A Millennial Living Paycheck To Paycheck With $100K In Debt Says, 'I Should Be Freaking Out, But I Just Don't Have The Energy Anymore'

Elon Musk has drawn criticism for attributing the murder of a Minnesota lawmaker to the &#8220;far left,&#8221; a claim that was even refuted by his own AI chatbot, Grok.
What Happened: Musk faced a backlash on social media after he shared a user&#8217;s claim that the assassination of Democratic State Rep. Melissa Hortman and other recent political attacks were committed by &#8220;the left.&#8221;
Contrary to Musk&#8217;s claim, preliminary evidence indicates that the alleged shooter, Vance Luther Boelter, was targeting individuals frequently characterized as &#8220;far left&#8221; by critics.
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A list of targets was reportedly found in his car, comprising top Minnesota Democrats and abortion providers and advocates.
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Musk&#8217;s post was met with widespread derision. Neera Tanden, a former senior aide in the Biden administration, echoed President Donald Trump&#8216;s sentiment that Musk had &#8220;just went CRAZY.&#8221;
Interestingly, Musk&#8217;s AI bot Grok, a product of his company xAI, contradicted his claim, stating, &#8220;The claim that &#8216;the left&#8217;&nbsp;is murderously violent isn&#8217;t backed&nbsp;by evidence. No&nbsp;side is inherently violent; generalizations&nbsp;oversimplify a complex issue.&#8221;
Social media users found amusement in Musk&#8217;s own AI debunking his statement. &#8220;Watching Grok&nbsp;debunk lies in real time&nbsp;is&nbsp;the only thing that keeps&nbsp;me on this app,&#8221; one user remarked.
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Billionaire Mark Cuban has been one of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/05/45532793/mark-cubans-favorite-social-media-platform-bluesky-makes-live-sports-important-part-of-ecosystem">the largest proponents </a>of social media platform Bluesky, which has grown its user base as an alternative to X. Cuban's criticism of Bluesky in recent weeks could be a major headwind for the platform.
What Happened: Similar<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/05/45472538/mark-cuban-bids-farewell-to-shark-tank-how-to-watch-finale-and-whats-next-for-hit-show"> to leaving "Shark Tank"</a> to focus on other aspects of his life, Cuban could be ready to move on from Bluesky to focus on a better social media platform.
Cuban said Bluesky has "grown ruder and more hateful" in a recent post, as <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/06/12/business/blueskys-lack-of-diversity-of-thought-driving-users-back-to-x-mark-cuban/">reported </a>by the New York Post.
"The lack of diversity of thought here is really hurting usage," Cuban <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3lr4ncvgkg22q">said</a>, while sharing an opinion piece from The Washington Post that said Bluesky's decline comes from "never hearing from the other side."
Cuban said the recent activity on Bluesky likely has users going back to X, formerly known as Twitter.
"There used to be great give and take discussions on politics and news. Not so much any more." Doesn't have to be this way."
The billionaire <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3lr4pocpxck2q">said </a>that Bluesky has advanced moderation tools and people can block others rather than attacking them. Cuban said that his posts are now met with anger and criticism rather than discussion.
"Engagement went from great convos on many topics, to agree with me or you are a nazi fascist."
Adding insult to injury, several Bluesky users didn't like Cuban's criticism of the platform and told him to leave.
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Why It's Important: While Bluesky users may be pushing Cuban from the platform he once supported so strongly, X is ready to welcome Cuban back.
"Welcome home to the true global town square!" X CEO Linda Yaccarino <a href="https://x.com/lindayaX/status/1933168773512458439">said </a>while sharing Cuban's post criticizing Bluesky.
On X, Cuban has nine million followers. He has been posting more on the platform in recent days.
Cuban's last post on Bluesky was three days ago. On Bluesky, Cuban has 1.4 million followers and is the second-most followed person, trailing only Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (2 million).
The decentralized social media, which is an alternative to X, saw strong growth after X owner Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump for president in the 2024 election. The platform also saw strong growth after Trump won the election in November 2024.
The Bluesky user base tripled from 10 million to more than 30 million between November 2024 and May 2025, the report said, citing Pew Research Center data.
With one of the largest voices on Bluesky critical and saying people aren't allowed to share different opinions without getting attacked, users new and old may be scared away and find themselves back on X.
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GameStop Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) has agreed to pay $4.5 million to its customers following allegations of privacy law violations. The gaming retailer was accused of sharing personal customer information with Facebook without consent.
What Happened: GameStop Corp is gearing up to distribute millions to its customers to settle a class action lawsuit. The lawsuit accused the company of violating&nbsp;the federal Video Privacy Protection&nbsp;Act (VPPA) by allegedly sharing sensitive customer data with Facebook.
The gaming retailer is specifically accused of implementing&nbsp;a Facebook tracking pixel on&nbsp;its website. This pixel allegedly sent customer&#8217;s personal information, including details of video game purchases, to Facebook without their knowledge or consent.
The settlement, which totals $4.5 million, applies to individuals&nbsp;who purchased a game from&nbsp;GameStop&#8217;s online store between August 18th, 2020, and April 17th, 2025. 
To qualify for the settlement, customers must have been Facebook members&nbsp;and maintained a public Facebook&nbsp;profile using their real name at the time of purchase.
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While the exact number of affected customers is not yet known, the settlement suggests that hundreds of thousands of customers may be eligible for compensation. Affected&nbsp;customers are set to receive&nbsp;up to $5 cash or&nbsp;a $10 voucher.
Despite agreeing to the settlement, GameStop has not admitted to any wrongdoing. The company has, however, committed to permanently removing&nbsp;the tracking pixel to prevent&nbsp;future unauthorized data sharing.
Why It Matters: This settlement highlights the increasing scrutiny on companies to ensure they adhere to privacy laws and respect customer data. 
As consumers become more aware of their digital rights, companies like GameStop are being held accountable for their data practices. 
This case serves as a reminder for businesses to review their data sharing practices and ensure they are in line with legal requirements.
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Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has unveiled iOS 26 and the Liquid Glass interface at its Worldwide Developers Conference. The event also highlighted enhancements to CarPlay, the Vision Pro, and the iPad.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, in his <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-06-15/wwdc-2025-biggest-releases-ipados-26-multitasking-visionos-26-and-new-carplay-mbxm63s2?srnd=undefined&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">latest</a> weekly "Power On&#8221; reported that the Liquid Glass interface, which unifies all of Apple&#8217;s operating systems for the first time, was the most discussed feature at the conference. However, other significant upgrades were also introduced, including to CarPlay and the iPad.
CarPlay for iOS 26 now includes the use of widgets, allowing users to view calendar appointments, weather updates, and stock tickers. Other enhancements include improved call notifications and texting capabilities, and the ability&nbsp;to AirPlay video from your&nbsp;phone to the car&#8217;s touch screen.
The iPad also saw significant changes, with Apple finally perfecting its approach to multitasking. Users can now easily move windows around,&nbsp;activate the Expose mode to&nbsp;view all active windows, and use&nbsp;the new toggles for window&nbsp;tiling.
Another highlight of the event was&nbsp;the new eye-scrolling feature on&nbsp;the Vision Pro headset, which allows users&nbsp;to scroll up and down&nbsp;webpages and apps by simply looking at them. The Vision Pro software also includes widgets that let users customize objects on the walls.
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Despite these advancements, Apple&#8217;s AI remains a challenge. The company aims to launch the postponed Siri AI upgrade in spring 2026.
Apple&#8217;s WWDC 2025 has brought significant advancements to its product line, with the Liquid Glass interface being a game-changer. This interface unifies all of Apple&#8217;s&nbsp;operating systems for the first&nbsp;time, creating a seamless user experience across devices.
The enhancements to CarPlay and the iPad are also noteworthy. The inclusion of widgets in CarPlay for iOS 26, along with improved call notifications and texting capabilities, will greatly enhance user convenience. The ability&nbsp;to AirPlay video from your&nbsp;phone to the car&#8217;s touch screen is another significant upgrade.
For the iPad, the perfected approach to multitasking will allow users to manage their tasks more efficiently. The&nbsp;new eye-scrolling feature on the&nbsp;Vision Pro headset is another innovative feature that will change the way users interact with webpages and apps.
However, the challenge of improving Apple&#8217;s AI remains. The postponed Siri AI upgrade is eagerly awaited and will be a key focus for the company in the coming year.
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Real estate mogul Grant Cardone has made his stance on consumer debt crystal clear. In a recent <a href="https://x.com/GrantCardone/status/1932580122852245951">post on X</a>, the real estate mogul and motivational speaker warned that debt doesn't just slow people down financially—it traps them.
&#8220;Consumer debt makes slaves!&#8221; Cardone wrote. He broke it down into five main consequences: &#8220;Can't invest, can't keep up, pay extra for everything, can't build net worth, never live stress free.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Personal Loans Keep Rising</h2>
Cardone's post reflects a growing concern in the U.S. as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/05/45497552/americans-consumer-debt-hits-all-time-high-of-18-2-trillion-experts-say-some-borrowers-will-have-a-much-more-difficult-time-getting-credit-going-forward">consumer debt</a> keeps climbing. <a href="https://www.lendingtree.com/personal/personal-loans-statistics/">According to</a> LendingTree (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TREE#NASDAQ">TREE</a>), Americans owed a record $251 billion in personal loan debt as of the fourth quarter of 2024. That's a $6 billion jump from the year before.
And it's not just the total amount. TransUnion (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRU#NYSE">TRU</a>) <a href="https://newsroom.transunion.com/q4-2024-ciir/">data</a> shows that the number of Americans with personal loans hit 24.5 million, up from 23.5 million a year earlier. While personal loan debt still makes up just 1.4% of all consumer debt, it accounts for 5% of non-mortgage debt. For comparison, credit card debt is much higher, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43888952/americans-owe-a-record-1-21-trillion-in-credit-card-debt-expert-warns-theres-no-end-in-sight">sitting at $1.211 trillion</a>, or 6.7% of total outstanding debt.
According to TransUnion, the average personal loan balance per borrower is $11,607. Nearly half of borrowers take out loans just to consolidate or refinance other debt. Another 10% use the money to pay everyday bills.
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As Cardone wrote, &#8220;You pay extra for everything&#8221; when you&#8217;re stuck in debt. High interest rates only make it worse. Borrowers with excellent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-a-good-credit-score">credit scores</a> &#8212; over 720 &#8212; can expect personal loan APRs around 17.71%. But for those with poor credit &#8212; below 560 &#8212; rates skyrocket to over 200%, according to LendingTree data.
Despite high costs, personal loan use is expected to grow. People turn to them as credit card debt rises. LendingTree notes that many borrowers aren&#8217;t necessarily in crisis—they might be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/home-equity-loan-for-remodeling">remodeling a home</a> or covering a big expense. Still, as Cardone puts it, for those already stretched thin, more borrowing can result in serious stress and financial strain.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/42080723/cathie-wood-sounds-alarm-on-us-auto-loans-as-90-day-delinquency-rates-surpass-2009-levels">Delinquency rates</a> also tell a cautionary tale. TransUnion reported that as of Q4 2024, 3.57% of personal loan accounts were 60 or more days past due. That's an improvement from the year before but still higher than rates for mortgages &#8212; 1.29% &#8212; or credit cards &#8212; 2.56%.
Cardone's message is harsh but timely. With debt balances climbing and millions relying on personal loans to stay afloat, his warning resonates: consumer debt doesn't just drain your wallet—it can drain your peace of mind.
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Summer Fridays were once a common perk in corporate America, but are fading from the workplace thanks in large part to the rise of remote and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/06/45908840/as-layoffs-mount-one-question-is-getting-louder-what-happens-to-skyscraper-offices-in-cities-like-boston-when-people-are-replaced-by-ai">hybrid work models.</a>
What To Know: The phrase, "Summer Fridays" traditionally refers to the benefit allowing employees to leave early or take Fridays off during the summer months and get a head start on the weekend.&nbsp;
However, as organizations have embraced flexible<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/06/45905463/dont-design-policies-around-the-bottom-5-warns-stripe-president-says-top-remote-workers-are-coding-up-a-storm-in-an-idaho-cabin"> work arrangements</a>, the need for a dedicated "summer Friday" has diminished, and the perk has become increasingly rare.
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Before the pandemic, Summer Fridays were widely offered as a morale booster and a way to attract talent in a competitive job market. In 2019, over half of U.S. companies provided some form of summer benefit, according to Gartner HR.&nbsp;
Following the shift to remote and hybrid work, only about a third of workers reported having access to this perk by 2024. The reason is clear: with employees able to work from home, the rigidity of the traditional workweek has loosened. 
&#8220;Summer Fridays were once seen as a perk that allowed employees some flexibility during the summer months,&#8221; Jonathan Weindel, head of data analytics at Envoy, told EBN. 
&#8220;This has just lost a lot of relevance today. And there&#8217;s a lot more intentionality around what employees are doing when they&#8217;re actually in the workplace, primarily Tuesdays through Thursdays.&#8221;
However, as companies prioritize productivity and profitability the Summer Friday tradition is being replaced by broader, year-round flexibility.
The evolution of work culture means that, while Summer Fridays may be disappearing as a formal policy, the underlying desire for flexibility and work-life balance remains strong.&nbsp;
In the end, the spirit of Summer Fridays may live on, even as the tradition itself fades into the background.
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During a recent episode of his <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gwrvsz-4xg">podcast</a>, &#8220;Office Hours with Prof G,&#8221; marketing professor and investor Scott Galloway had a straightforward message: America needs to stop shaming the unremarkable. "99% of us are not in the top 1%," he said, calling out a higher education system that, in his view, has abandoned most people.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Galloway: It&#8217;s Time To Respect The Unremarkable</h2>
Responding to a listener who asked what advice he has for young people who aren't elite students or high achievers, Galloway explained that he sees himself in that category. "I was unremarkable growing up," he said. "Didn't do well academically, didn't test well. But back then, America loved the unremarkable."
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He criticized the current model of higher education, arguing that it prioritizes the wealthy and the exceptional. "Higher education in America is about helping the bottom 90%, not identifying tax breaks and programs to make the top 10% the top 1%," Galloway said.&nbsp;
"I feel like higher education is leading this downfall by deciding that we are there for the children of rich people or for the freakishly remarkable," he added.&nbsp;
To show how common the stigma still is, Galloway described how at social gatherings, people often lower their voices when mentioning that their child is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41256368/college-dropout-makes-750k-per-year-in-real-estate-he-doesnt-sell-houses-or-own-a-single-piece-of-pr">dropping out of college</a>. "We all speak in hush tones," he said, "like the family's done something wrong or Bobby's mentally ill." He argued that this attitude is unfair and outdated. "A lot of kids are just <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/06/45754862/peter-schiff-agrees-with-trump-that-college-isnt-worth-it-for-most-his-fix-scrap-the-minimum-wage-and-let-kids-learn-trades-on-the-job">not cut out for college</a>, especially a lot of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/05/45570238/when-men-dont-have-money-theyre-just-less-attractive-says-professor-scott-galloway-as-men-without-college-degrees-now-earn-22-less">young men</a>."
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He believes the U.S. needs to expand apprenticeships and stop fetishizing college degrees. According to him, in Germany and the U.K., 11% of young professionals have ‘apprentice' in their LinkedIn title. In the U.S., it's 3%.
Galloway highlighted the benefits of vocational training, citing that even high school juniors taking auto shop classes are earning up to $70,000 without completing their senior year.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Critique Of The American Workplace And Youth Policy</h2>
On the topic of returning to office work, Galloway stood by his long-held belief that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45483359/jamie-dimon-says-dont-tell-jpmorgan-what-to-do-as-he-tells-remote-workers-you-cant-learn-working-fro">office is key</a> for younger professionals to find mentorship, community, and even relationships. "One in three relationships begins at work," he said.
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But he acknowledged that a blanket five-day <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/01/42903361/amazon-workers-return-to-office-with-some-exceptions-reported">return-to-office policy</a> can hurt caregivers and parents. Galloway said companies should recognize the needs of employees with caregiving duties or those with health struggles, suggesting they offer remote work as a thoughtful and practical benefit. He added that flexibility might come with lower pay but called it a fair trade-off.
He also criticized policies that favor older, wealthier Americans. "The average 70-year-old is 72% wealthier than they were 40 years ago. The average person under 40 is 24% less wealthy," he said. That's "an incredible transfer of wealth from young to old."
For young people trying to figure out their path, Galloway offers a grounding message: "Living a good life at modest means—getting up, taking care of your family, being a good partner, being a good citizen—there's real honor in that."
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The strategic chokepoint of the Strait of Hormuz — the maritime artery through which nearly 20% of global oil flows — is back on the radar of Wall Street research desks, as analysts asses the risk of a crude supply shock following Israel's latest strikes <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/iran">on Iran's nuclear infrastructure.</a>
Squeezed between Iran and Oman, this thin strip of water narrows to just two shipping lanes of only 2 nautical miles each, leaving global oil flows dangerously exposed.
With the Israel-Iran standoff intensifying, the Strait of Hormuz is becoming a major worry for investors and the global economy. 
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Following the 12% weekly jump in oil prices – as tracked by the United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) – Goldman Sachs has increased its near-term geopolitical risk premium. 
In a note shared Friday, commodity analyst Daan Struyven estimated that if Iranian oil infrastructure is damaged and 1.75 million barrels per day are knocked offline for six months, Brent could briefly spike above $90. 
A broader regional escalation that impacts the Strait of Hormuz, however, could push oil above $100 in what Goldman Sachs describes as a "tail risk but non-negligible" scenario.
&#8220;Almost a third of global seaborne oil trade moves through the Strait of Hormuz. While some portion of oil flows could be diverted to avoid the Strait, it still leaves roughly 14m b/d of oil supply at risk,&#8221; said ING commodity analyst Warren Patterson. 
"A significant disruption would be enough to push Brent to $120 per barrel," he added.
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Patterson also noted that global LNG markets would be squeezed, as Qatar — which supplies 20% of the world's liquefied natural gas — depends entirely on this chokepoint, with no viable alternate routes.
According to Kristian Kerr, head of macro strategy at LPL Financial, the market is closely watching how Iran might retaliate, particularly through its proxies. 
"The primary market concern lies with Iran potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil and gas," Kerr said. 
"We think that's unlikely for now, given Iran&#8217;s need to maintain oil sales to China."
Kerr added that $80 per barrel is an important psychological threshold. A break above that level could trigger broader volatility across equity and credit markets. 
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A Thin Strip Of Water Keeps The World Economy On Edge: Will It Trigger A $100 Oil Shock?

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/tips-first-time-homebuyers">Owning a home</a> is often seen as a dream financial goal, offering stability and long-term wealth-building potential. However, many potential buyers overlook the costs, focusing mainly on the down payment and monthly mortgage. Most don't realize that numerous hidden expenses can quickly add up, potentially throwing off their financial plans.
While a home may seem like a great investment in the moment, the ongoing costs involved can be far more than what you initially bargained for.
A recent Bankrate Hidden Costs of Homeownership <a href="https://www.bankrate.com/home-equity/hidden-costs-of-homeownership-study/">Study</a> sheds light on these often-overlooked costs. Beyond the mortgage, homeowners face maintenance, property taxes, HOA fees, utilities, and insurance, all of which can take a significant toll on their finances.
The study found that maintenance alone can cost homeowners about 1% of the home's value annually, meaning an average $300,000 home could require around $3,000 a year just for upkeep. Property taxes <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/reit/19/08/14321132/are-hoa-fees-negotiable">and HOA fees</a> are also key contributors, with the potential to increase over time. Unexpected repairs, like HVAC or roof issues, can further strain finances.
These unanticipated expenses often surprise new homeowners, who may not be prepared for the financial reality of owning a home.
Utilities and energy costs often surprise homeowners as well. These expenses, along with homeowners' insurance (and flood insurance in some cases), add to ongoing costs that must be planned for. The Bankrate study highlights how these hidden costs can <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/the-power-of-compound-interest">compound over time</a>, especially as homes age and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-are-property-taxes-a-comprehensive-guide">property taxes rise</a>.
Even routine costs like water and electricity, which might seem small at first, can grow significantly over the years. On top of these, homeowners may face fluctuating costs depending on seasonal changes, like higher heating or cooling bills. As homes age, they may require more frequent maintenance or upgrades, further driving up expenses.
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President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran. He has stated that any attack on US forces or land would be met with an unprecedented military response.
What Happened: On Sunday Trump clarified that the US had no involvement in Israel&#8217;s recent attack on Iran, amidst ongoing aerial assaults between the two Middle Eastern nations.
Trump&#8217;s message was <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114685507052179501">posted</a> on Truth Social, where he stated, &#8220;If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before.&#8221; He also expressed hope for a peaceful resolution between Iran and Israel.
&#8220;We can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict!!!,&#8221; he said. 
Meanwhile, Iran retaliated against Israel&#8217;s Operation &#8220;Rising Lion,&#8221; resulting in at least 10 deaths and over 200 injuries. Iran&#8217;s&nbsp;Foreign Affairs Minister Abbas Araghchi&nbsp;called for the US to&nbsp;condemn Israel&#8217;s attacks on its nuclear facilities, stating that Iran was merely defending itself.
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Trump&#8217;s administration had been in talks with Iranian officials before the discussions began to deteriorate in early June. 
A sixth round of meetings was scheduled for Sunday in Oman, but was disrupted by Israel&#8217;s attack. European officials have offered to open talks with Iran&#8217;s nuclear program in an attempt to deescalate the situation.
Why It Matters: This development comes at a time when tensions in the Middle East are escalating. The US, under Trump&#8217;s administration, has been trying to mediate between Iran and Israel, but the recent attack by Israel on Iran has complicated matters. 
The warning issued by Trump is indicative of the US&#8217;s stance on the issue and its commitment to protect its forces and land. 
This could potentially lead to a shift in the dynamics of the Middle East, affecting not only the countries involved but also the global political landscape.
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Trump Threatens Iran With Unprecedented US Military Action In Case Of Attack: 'If We Are Attacked In Any Way, US Armed Forces Will Come Down On You At Levels Never Seen Before'

Among the top mid-cap stocks that gained last week, most were energy stocks, driven by a spike in oil prices fueled by the Middle East conflict.
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<li>Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BHC#NYSE">BHC</a>) stock increased 25.63% last week.</li>
<li>Quantum Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>) stock climbed 21.75% last week after Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45889749">commented that quantum computers</a> will soon solve real-world problems beyond classical computing, boosting interest in quantum-linked stocks.</li>
<li>Transocean Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIG#NYSE">RIG</a>) stock gained 20.29% last week due to rising oil prices amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.</li>
<li>MP Materials Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MP#NYSE">MP</a>) stock rose 18.87% last week after reports that the Trump administration <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45846703">plans to invoke Cold War-era</a> powers to accelerate rare earth projects.</li>
<li>Sasol Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSL#NYSE">SSL</a>) stock increased 18.48% last week.</li>
<li>Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAR#NYSE">DAR</a>) gained rose 17.11% last week.</li>
<li>Civitas Resources, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIVI#NYSE">CIVI</a>) stock increased 16.77% last week following energy sector momentum driven by surging oil prices and Middle East instability.</li>
<li>PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBF#NYSE">PBF</a>) stock rose 15.41% last week after energy stocks rallied amid rising crude prices and geopolitical conflict.</li>
<li>CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVI#NYSE">CVI</a>) stock gained 14.83% last week after the strength of the oil market lifted energy shares broadly.</li>
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Oklo, Quantum Computing And Transocean Are Among Top 10 Mid Cap Gainers Last Week (June 9-13): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

금 가격은 글로벌 시장의 불확실성 속에서 최고치를 경신하고 있지만, 일부 전문가들은 이러한 금 강세 속에서 심각한 조정이 다가올 수 있다고 지적했다.
무슨 일 있었나: 금 현물 미국 달러가 온스당 3,357.81달러로 최고치를 경신하고 3,300달러 위에서 거래되고 있지만, 전문가들은 이러한 상승세에 대해 경고하기 시작했다.
NorthstarBadcharts.com의 공동 설립자인 패트릭 카림에 따르면, 금은 강세장 내에서도 조정을 겪는다.
그가 공유한 데이터에 따르면 금 가격은 1974년 12월부터 1976년 8월까지 48%, 2008년 3월부터 2008년 10월까지 33%, 2020년 8월부터 2022년 9월까지 22% 이상 조정된 것으로 나타났다.
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I know, gold bulls don&#39;t want to read this right now&#8230;
But even during bull markets, gold had these corrections:
Dec 1974 to Aug 1976, drop over 48%. Mar 2008 to Oct 2008, drop over 33%. Aug 2020 to Sep 2022, drop over 22%.
Same setup now with price historically stretched. <a href="https://t.co/FgRd6uJh6D">pic.twitter.com/FgRd6uJh6D</a>
&mdash; Patrick Karim (@badcharts1) <a href="https://twitter.com/badcharts1/status/1912633618435887502?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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한편, 카르도네 캐피털(Cardone Capital)의 그랜트 카르도네 CEO는 이렇게 말했다 "금은 불황에 빠진 것처럼 움직임을 보인다. 가격이 훅 떨어질 것이다.&#8221;
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gold acting like we in depression. Rates will drop like rock &#x2b07;&#xFE0F; <a href="https://t.co/zy09KAdhYd">pic.twitter.com/zy09KAdhYd</a>
&mdash; Grant Cardone (@GrantCardone) <a href="https://twitter.com/GrantCardone/status/1912618410497782149?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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크리에이티브 플래닝의 찰리 빌렐로가 공유한 데이터에 따르면, 인플레이션 조정 금 가격은 45년 만에 다시 사상 최고치를 기록해 1980년의 최고치를 넘어섰다.
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It took 45 years to get there, but inflation-adjusted Gold prices are back at an all-time high, surpassing the prior peak from 1980. <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24GOLD&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$GOLD</a><a href="https://t.co/l5IYmkeySJ">https://t.co/l5IYmkeySJ</a> <a href="https://t.co/bXWisvrl3c">pic.twitter.com/bXWisvrl3c</a>
&mdash; Charlie Bilello (@charliebilello) <a href="https://twitter.com/charliebilello/status/1912558536573268362?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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경제학자 모하메드 엘 에리언은 금 상승은 일부 외국 중앙은행 등이 느리지만 꾸준히 달러화에서 벗어난 다변화의 결과라고 말했다.
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The price of gold registered another record high today, overcoming yet another periodic round of profit-taking by some tactical traders — this as it benefits from the tailwind of slow and steady diversification away from the dollar by some foreign central banks and others.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/gold?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#gold</a>… <a href="https://t.co/MKDnxZddv0">pic.twitter.com/MKDnxZddv0</a>
&mdash; Mohamed A. El-Erian (@elerianm) <a href="https://twitter.com/elerianm/status/1912523089557987357?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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이는 &#8216;달러 격변: 이번에는 다르다&#8217;라는 제목의 연구에서도 확인되었다. 5명의 전문가가 작성한 이 메모는 투자자들이 "(i) 국채뿐만 아니라 달러의 안전성에 의문을 제기하고 있으며, (ii) 이러한 변화가 장기적으로 지속될 것으로 인식하고 있다"고 결론지었다.
"일반적으로 글로벌 변동성이 커지면&#8230; 달러화 표시 자산이 안전자산으로 이동하면서 달러 가치가 상승한다. 하지만 이번에는 그렇지 않다.&#8221;
따라서 투자자들이 미국 국채인 달러화보다 안전자산인 금을 선호한 것이 분명하다.
왜 중요한가: 금 현물 미국 달러 가격은 2024년 12월 31일 온스당 2,623.81달러에서 현재 3,332.16달러로 27% 상승했다.
지난 25년 동안의 데이터와 비교하면 금 가격은 1999년 12월 31일의 288.25달러에서 1056% 급등했다. 이에 비해 S&amp;P 500 지수는 1999년 12월 31일 1,469.25포인트에서 수요일 종가 기준 5,275.70포인트로 259.1% 상승했다.
금 가격은 연초 대비 126.5% 상승한 1979년 이후 최고의 한 해를 기록할 것으로 예상된다.
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Gold hit another all-time high today and is now up over 27% in 2025. On pace for its best year since 1979.<a href="https://t.co/l5IYmkeySJ">https://t.co/l5IYmkeySJ</a> <a href="https://t.co/qrnwssFL0X">pic.twitter.com/qrnwssFL0X</a>
&mdash; Charlie Bilello (@charliebilello) <a href="https://twitter.com/charliebilello/status/1912676841199935975?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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가격 움직임: 금 가격은 기사 작성 기준으로 0.54% 하락한 3,332.16달러를 기록했다. 이번 상승장에서 금 추종 ETF도 좋은 성과를 보였다.
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<td>연초 대비 실적</td>
<td>1년 실적</td>
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<td>Franklin Responsibly Sourced Gold ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FGDL#NYSE">FGDL</a>)</td>
<td>25.78%</td>
<td>40.86%</td>
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<td>Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAAU#BATS">AAAU</a>)</td>
<td>25.37%</td>
<td>40.32%</td>
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<td>GraniteShares Gold Trust  (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAR#NYSE">BAR</a>)</td>
<td>25.42%</td>
<td>40.40%</td>
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<td>VanEck Merk Gold ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OUNZ#NYSE">OUNZ</a>)</td>
<td>25.24%</td>
<td>40.15%</td>
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<td>SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>)</td>
<td>25.28%</td>
<td>40.02%</td>
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<td>iShares Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAU#NYSE">IAU</a>)</td>
<td>25.38%</td>
<td>40.28%</td>
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<td>SPDR Gold MiniShares Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLDM#NYSE">GLDM</a>)</td>
<td>25.41%</td>
<td>40.45%</td>
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<td>abrdn Physical Gold Shares ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGOL#NYSE">SGOL</a>)</td>
<td>25.32%</td>
<td>40.30%</td>
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<td>iShares Gold Trust Micro (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAUM#NYSE">IAUM</a>)</td>
<td>25.49%</td>
<td>40.60%</td>
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<td>Invesco DB Precious Metals Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBP#NYSE">DBP</a>)</td>
<td>21.48%</td>
<td>29.06%</td>
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SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF 신탁(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)과 인베스코 QQQ 신탁 ETF(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)은 각각 S&amp;P 500 지수와 나스닥 100 지수를 추적하며 수요일에 하락했다. SPY는 525.66달러로 2.22% 하락했으며, QQQ는 444.18달러로 3.02% 하락했다.
목요일에 다우존스 선물은 1.04% 상승했으며, S&amp;P 500 지수는 1.19% 상승하고 나스닥 100은 1.21% 상승했다.
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금 가격 3,400달러 근접, 전문가들은 강세장 속 '조정' 예상

금 가격이 최고치를 경신하고 있는 가운데, 전문가들은 엇갈린 경제 지표와 도널드 트럼프 대통령의 관세 부과 임박으로 인한 경제 불확실성이 커지면서 금이 더 상승할 여지가 있다고 보고 있다.
무슨 일 있었나: 금 가격은 화요일(1일) 온스당 3,149.03달러로 최고치를 경신하며 4월 2일 기준 전년 대비 18.78% 상승했다.
전문가들은 관세 부과로 인한 글로벌 공급망의 혼란으로 기업들이 공급 경로를 재검토하게 될 것이기 때문에 관세 부과가 이러한 급등의 원인이라고 보고 있다.
비투프라임 그룹(B2PRIME Group)의 창립자이자 전무 이사인 유제니아 미쿨리악(Eugenia Mykuliak)은 공급망의 재조정은 "신흥 시장에서 자본 유출과 시장 변동성 증가로 이어질 것"이라고 말한다. 따라서 경계하는 투자자들은 자연스럽게 안전자산으로 피난처를 찾을 것이며, 금은 이러한 변화의 혜택을 가장 확실하게 누릴 수 있는 자산이 될 것&#8221;이라고 했다.
IBV 인터내셔널 볼트의 션 호이(Sean Hoey) 전무이사도 "금의 기록적인 급등은 트럼프 대통령의 최근 관세로 인한 경제 불확실성과 시장 변동성이 커지고 있음을 분명히 반영한 것"이라고 덧붙였다.
그는 전 세계 투자자들이 "인플레이션과 지정학적 불안정성에 대한 헤지 수단으로서 금의 역할을 강화하기 위해 금으로 눈을 돌리고 있다"고 생각한다.
미쿨리악은 금 가격 상승이 계속될 것이라고 재확인했다. "중앙은행과 기관 투자자들은 이미 금 보유량을 늘리고 있으며, 불확실성이 지속되는 동안 금의 가격 상승세는 계속될 것이다.&#8221;
왜 중요한가: 유로팩의 수석 이코노미스트이자 글로벌 전략가이자 쉬프골드의 회장인 피터 쉬프는 이렇게 말했다. "1913년 연준이 설립된 이래 달러는 구매력의 95%를 잃었다. 반면 금은 안정적으로 유지되고 있다. 즉, 달러로 측정하면 상승하고 있다. 1913년에는 1온스로 고급 정장 한 벌을 살 수 있었고, 오늘날에도 여전히 그렇다. 이는 우연이 아니다. 통화 공급과 신용의 가용성이 확대되면 물가는 상승한다."
또한 피터 쉬프는 제롬 파월 연준 의장의 정책을 믿지 말라고 경고하며, 인플레이션이나 잠재적 경기침체에 효과적으로 대처하지 못하고 있다고 했다. 그에 따르면 진정한 해결책은 자유시장 원칙과 금과 같은 자산에 대한 투자에 있다.
2025년 금 가격이 18% 이상 상승할 것으로 예상되는 가운데, 투자자들이 고려할 만한 금 상장지수펀드 목록을 소개한다.
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<td>금 ETF</td>
<td>연초 대비 성과</td>
<td>1년 성과</td>
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<td>Franklin Responsibly Sourced Gold ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FGDL#NYSE">FGDL</a>)</td>
<td>17.13%</td>
<td>36.65%</td>
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<td>Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAAU#BATS">AAAU</a>)</td>
<td>17.23%</td>
<td>36.67%</td>
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<td>GraniteShares Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAR#NYSE">BAR</a>)</td>
<td>17.30%</td>
<td>36.68%</td>
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<td>VanEck Merk Gold ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OUNZ#NYSE">OUNZ</a>)</td>
<td>17.18%</td>
<td>36.67%</td>
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<td>SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>)</td>
<td>17.17%</td>
<td>36.36%</td>
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<td>iShares Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAU#NYSE">IAU</a>)</td>
<td>17.27%</td>
<td>36.60%</td>
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<td>SPDR Gold MiniShares Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLDM#NYSE">GLDM</a>)</td>
<td>17.27%</td>
<td>36.82%</td>
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<td>abrdn Physical Gold Shares ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGOL#NYSE">SGOL</a>)</td>
<td>17.17%</td>
<td>36.59%</td>
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<td>iShares Gold Trust Micro (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAUM#NYSE">IAUM</a>)</td>
<td>17.31%</td>
<td>36.81%</td>
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<td>Invesco DB Precious Metals Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBP#NYSE">DBP</a>)</td>
<td>16.06%</td>
<td>29.46%</td>
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가격 움직임: 기사 작성 시점에 금 현물은 온스당 3,116.91달러로 0.21% 하락했다.
S&amp;P 500 지수와 나스닥 100 지수를 추적하는 SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)와 인베스코 QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)는 화요일에 상승했다. SPY는 0.28% 상승하여 560.97달러에 거래되었고, QQQ는 0.81% 상승하여 472.70달러에에 거래되었다.
수요일(2일)에는 다우존스 지수 선물이 0.15% 하락했으며, S&amp;P 500과 나스닥 100 지수 선물도 각각 0.24%와 0.31% 하락하고 있다.
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올해 상품들은 눈부시게 성과를 올리며 놀랍게도 블룸버그 상품 지수(Bloomberg Commodity Index)가 지난 11월 이후 최고 수준으로 상승했다. 석유, 금, 초콜릿의 가격상승으로 인한 랠리가 대부분의 원동력이었다.
상품 ETF들이 대부분 급등한 가운데 유나이티드스테이츠 오일 펀드 (United States Oil Fund) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) , 유나이티드스테이츠 브렌트 오일 펀드 (United States Brent Oil Fund) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNO#NYSE">BNO</a>), 인베스코 DB 애그리컬처 펀드 ( Invesco DB Agriculture Fund) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBA#NYSE">DBA</a>), ), 유나이티드스테이츠 가솔린 ETF (United States Gasoline ETF)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UGA#NYSE">UGA</a>)와 그래나이트셰어 골드 트러스트 (GraniteShares Gold Trust) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAR#NYSE">BAR</a>)은 올 한 해 동안 가장 눈에 띄었다.
우크라이나의 러시아 에너지 시설 공격과 중동의 에너지 공급을 위협하며 점점 더 격화되는 갈등으로 인해 국제 원유 가격이 7개월 만에 최고점을 기록하면서 브렌트유는 89달러 이상, 미국 원유는 85달러에 이르기까지 각각 9월 초 이후 처음으로 최고가를 기록했다. 올해 초부터 브렌트유와 미국 원유 가격은 각각 15%와 19% 상승했다. 다가오는 여름 운전 계절을 앞두고 가스 가격도 점차 상승하기 시작했다.
금과 은 같은 귀금속도 3월에 비행을 시작했다. 3월에는 미국의 6월 금리 인하 기대치가 새롭게 부상하면서 귀금속은 강세를 보였는데, 이에 따라 3월에는 국내에서 새롭게 8.5% 상승하면서 3년 이상 만에 가장 큰 월간 상승을 기록했다.
한편 은 가격은 산업과 제조에 대한 수요가 증가함에 따라 올해 처음으로 온스 당 25달러를 넘어선 상태다. 글로벌에서는 5G와 같은 영역의 수요 증가, 글로벌 컴퓨터 출하의 반등, 태양전지 및 자동차 산업 및 IoT 및 OLED 조명에 사용되는 센서에 대한 새로운 수요가 은 수요를 촉진하고 있다.
동일산업의 구리와 니켈 같은 산업용 금속들도 수요 증가로 가격이 상승하고 있으며 이는 전기차 생산의 증가에 힘입고 있다. 특히 중요한 것은 중국의 구리 제련소들이 감산을 하겠다는 약속 이후 3월에 구리 가격이 11개월 만에 최고점을 기록했다. 중국은 글로벌 구리 공급의 절반을 제련하기 때문에 중국의 결정이 구리 시장의 전체적인 사정을 크게 좌우할 것이다.
농산물 관련해서는 3월에 초콜릿 가격이 1/4분기에 거의 3배로 상승하여 50년 전에 세운 기록을 2배로 넘어서는 새로운 역사적인 최고가를 경신했다. 올해 초 초콜릿의 가격은 1톤당 3,000달러에서 1톤당 10,000달러로 치솟았다. 서프라이즈는 3년 연속으로 서부 아프리카에서의 열악한 수확으로 인한 생산량 부족이 원인이었다.
다음은 ETF에 대한 프로필이다. 
United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) – 상승률 21.2% 
United States Oil Fund는 14억 달러의 자산을 보유한 원유 관련 ETF로 하루 평균 400만 주의 거래량을 기록한다. 이 ETF는 30일 동안의 순자산 가치의 평균 일일 백분율 변화가 동일 기간 내의 Benchmark Oil Futures Contract 가격의 일일 백분율 변화에 대해 +/- 10%의 평균 일일 백분율 변화를 추구한다. 이 ETF의 운영비는 0.60%다.
United States Brent Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNO#NYSE">BNO</a>) – 상승률 19.7% 
United States Brent Oil Fund는 브렌트 원유의 일일 가격 변동을 추적하기 위해 설계되었다. 이 ETF는 ICE Futures 거래소에 상장된 월물 선물 계약에 노출시킨다. 월물 선물 계약이 만기일로부터 2주 이내에 있는 경우, Benchmark는 만기를 2주 뒤에 하는 월물 선물 계약이 된다. BNO는 주로 상장된 원유 선물 계약 및 기타 유관 선물 계약에 투자하고, 포워드 및 스왑 계약에 투자할 수 있다. 이 ETF의 자산 기준은 1억 3420만 달러이며, 연간 수수료와 경비로 1.00%를 부과한다. BNO는 평균 1일 60만 주의 거래량을 보유하고 있다.
Invesco DB Agriculture Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBA#NYSE">DBA</a>) – 상승률 19.4% 
Invesco DB Agriculture Fund는 가장 유동성이 높고 매우 활발하게 거래되는 농산물 선물 계약에 노출된 DBIQ Diversified Agriculture Index Excess Return을 추적하는 ETF이다. 이 ETF는 커피와 라이브 소를 중심으로 코코아, 이중자리수 비중을 가졌다. Invesco DB Agriculture Fund는 연간 930억 분의 1의 수수료를 부과하며 하루에 40만 주의 거래량을 보유하고 있다. 이 ETF의 자산 기준은 78억 8600만 달러가 쌓였다.
United States Gasoline ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UGA#NYSE">UGA</a>) – 상승률 18.9% 
United States Gasoline ETF는 가솔린 가격의 변동을 백분율로 추적하기 위해 설계된 ETF이다. 벤치마크 선물 계약은 NYMEX에서 거래되는 가솔린 선물 계약이다. 월물 선물 계약이 만기일로부터 2주 이내에 있는 경우, Benchmark는 만기를 2주 뒤에 하는 월물 선물 계약이 된다. 하루에 약 2만 8000의 거래량을 가진 이 ETF의 연간 운용비는 0.97%다. UGA의 자산은 1억 2300만 달러이다.
GraniteShares Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAR#NYSE">BAR</a>) – 상승률 10.4% 
GraniteShares Gold Trust는 금 가격의 성과를 추적하기 위해 설계되었다. 이 ETF는 금에 대한 투자를 위해 금 계정을 개설하지 않아도 신뢰를 통해 금에 대한 투자와 유사한 투자를 제공한다. 이 ETF의 운용비는 0.17%로 시장에서 가장 저렴한 가격의 금 ETF 중 하나이다. GraniteShares Gold Trust는 10억 달러의 자산을 보유하며 1일 평균 663,000주의 거래량을 보유하고 있다.

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