Alternatives
Is Silver the Next Big Trade?
Silver gained 7.85% in June 2025 and appreciated approximately 24.5% over this year, leading to speculations about whether it’s the next best-performing metal after gold. Similar to gold, silver is a safe-haven asset correlating with geopolitical uncertainties and has delivered strong performance during the first half of

Crude reacts to Israel-Iran Clash
On June 13, 2025, Israel attacked close to 100 sites in Iran, targeting areas including Tehran, nuclear facilities, and missile sites with more than 200 aircraft, this attack would threaten the supply side leading to a surge in crude oil prices. What caused Israel to attack Iran? It is reported,

BMO’s Acquisition of Bank of the West
With 1.8 million more customers and a larger deposit base, the $16.3 billion acquisition strengthens BMO’s presence in the US, especially in a high-growth area like California. With a 57% increase in U.S. deposits and a $80 billion increase in loans, the deal boosts BMO’s total assets

Diversification for Oil and Gas Companies
With growing concerns about the use of fossil fuels and petroleum, there is a global shift towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources due to concerns about climate change and environmental sustainability. Companies in the oil and gas industry depend upon the revenue generated by crude oil and its constituent
