August 2026

China, the world’s largest importer of crude oil, imported less crude oil in the second quarter of 2026 (2Q26) following higher crude oil prices that resulted from disrupted flows through the Strait of Hormuz. China’s lower imports…

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Gold as a Hedge Against Market Crashes: How Does Gold Protect Your Portfolio? When stock markets fall sharply, investors often look for somewhere safer to put their money — and gold is one of the first assets that comes to mind. But how…