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Gold Crashed 30% This Year — Now It's Climbing Again. Should Your TFSA or RRSP Be In It?

  August 12, 2026 If you've only glanced at the gold headlines this week, you've probably seen some version of "gold near two-month high." That's true — spot gold touched an intraday peak of US$4,434.84 an ounce on Tuesday, its best level since June 5, before settling back to around US$4,382. But "two-month high" undersells what's actually happened to gold in 2026, and that fuller story is the part that matters if you're deciding whether to put any of it in a TFSA, RRSP, or FHSA right now. Here's the short version: gold went nearly vertical in January, hit an all-time record, crashed by close to 30% within weeks, spent the spring and early summer languishing near US$4,000, and has spent the last six weeks clawing about 10% of that back. Where it goes from here is genuinely split among the banks that cover it professionally. That's the setup worth understanding before you buy. The wildest year gold has ever had Gold entered 2026 already o...

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Iran's Supreme Leader Warns Israel of Harsh Consequences

 

In a recent statement, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned Israel of severe repercussions. Khamenei declared that Israel's actions had laid the foundation for what he described as "harsh punishment for itself." This strong rhetoric comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, particularly concerning regional security and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Khamenei's remarks reflect Iran's longstanding opposition to Israel and its policies. The Supreme Leader's statement underscores the volatile nature of the relationship between the two nations, which has seen numerous escalations over the years. The context of this latest warning is critical as both countries continue to influence the geopolitical landscape of the region.

The international community is closely monitoring these developments, with many concerned about the potential for further escalation. Diplomatic efforts to ease tensions have been ongoing, but statements like Khamenei's highlight the persistent challenges to achieving lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.


As the situation unfolds, the world watches with apprehension, aware that the actions and responses of these two nations could have far-reaching implications for regional and global security.

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