GOLD HEADS FOR 10% MONTHLY SURGE Gold is on track for a gain of over 10% this month, lifted by U.S. shutdown fears and expectations of more Fed rate cuts. Futures rose 0.6% to 3,878.60 an ounce after hitting 3,899.20. Analysts warn elevated ETF inflows—the strongest since March 2022—make the market prone to profit-taking, though rate cuts, fiscal debt, and geopolitical risks still support prices long term.(*Walter Bloomberg)