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UK Energy Bill Support Faces Bond Market Limits This Winter
UK energy bills are set to climb sharply in early 2027 but any large-scale government support risks destabilising bond markets already under strain from high debt and volatile rates
Grant's Lost Gold Coin Resurfaces With a Provenance Twist
A rare 1797 gold eagle linked to President Ulysses S. Grant's collection has reappeared in San Francisco, reigniting debate over how much evidence is needed to authenticate a coin's storied past and its journey through collectors' hands
Rare Coins and Historic Currencies Headline Global Auction in California
A four-day auction in Santa Rosa will see over 3,400 rare coins and banknotes cross the block, including a Mughal rupee with only four known examples and a 50-tael Chinese sycee. Collectors and investors are watching for record bids.
US House Votes to End Circulating Pennies After 232 Years
The US House has passed a bill to stop making pennies for everyday use, shifting the one-cent coin to collector-only status. The measure keeps the penny as legal tender, introduces new cash rounding rules, and allows for changes to the nickel's composition.
Confederate Control Turned the 1861 D Gold Dollar Into a Numismatic Outlier
The 1861 D Gold Dollar is the only U.S. coin struck entirely under Confederate rule. Its survival, rarity, and authentication challenges make it a unique Civil War artifact with values now reaching six figures at auction.
Swiss Franc Becomes New Favorite for Low-Cost Borrowing
With Swiss rates at zero and Japan preparing for possible hikes, investors are turning to the franc as a funding currency. Rabobank sees limited gains for USDCHF but warns of risks if safe haven demand returns.
Norwegian Krone Hits Resistance as Citi Closes Out NOK/SEK Trade
Citi has exited its Norwegian krone versus Swedish krona position as the pair nears a long-standing resistance level, but the bank still sees NOK/SEK as a key gauge for energy market shifts and regional risk.
Pound Sterling Falls After UK Payrolls Drop, Rate Hike Bets Fade
A sharper-than-expected drop in UK payrolls has pushed the Pound lower against the Euro and US Dollar, raising questions about the Bank of England's next move on interest rates ahead of new inflation data.
Danish Krone Weakness Driven by Outflows, Not Peg Instability
The Danish krone has slipped against the euro, but Bank of America argues this move is driven by temporary capital flows rather than any threat to Denmark's currency peg. The bank sees intervention risks but expects the peg to hold.
Dollar Stalls Despite Fed Rate Hike Bets as Market Doubts Persist
Despite strong expectations for further Federal Reserve rate hikes, Bank of America forecasts the US dollar will remain rangebound through the end of the year as mixed policy signals and global repricing undermine its momentum
Dollar Index Rises as Central Banks Signal Rate Moves
The US dollar has reached its highest point in nearly two weeks as traders anticipate a Federal Reserve rate hike. Oil supply disruptions and persistent inflation are reshaping currency markets ahead of major central bank meetings.
Australia Issues Holey Dollar Coin to Mark 60 Years with Mexico
The Royal Australian Mint has released a new uncirculated Holey dollar coin to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations between Australia and Mexico, reviving a historic currency link rooted in colonial-era Spanish silver.
Rare 1894 S Barber Dime Sells for $1.25 Million at Auction
A single 1894 S Barber dime has sold for 1.25 million dollars at auction, highlighting the extreme rarity and enduring intrigue of this historic US coin. The Norweb specimen's return to the market after 36 years has reignited debate among collectors
Euro-Dollar Exchange Rate Faces Crucial Test After Fed Decision
The euro may approach its summer highs if the Federal Reserve signals a softer stance, but ongoing geopolitical and energy risks could limit the dollar's decline and keep the EUR/USD outlook uncertain.
Speculators Bet on Japanese Yen Rebound as Policy Shift Accelerates
Speculators have swung to net long positions on the Japanese yen for the first time since February, as expectations of faster Bank of Japan rate hikes and asset repatriation drive a dramatic shift in currency market sentiment.
Swiss Franc Slips as Dollar Gains Ahead of Fed Meeting
The Swiss Franc is under pressure as the US Dollar strengthens before the Federal Reserve's September meeting, with investors watching for a possible rate hike and shifting global yields.
Rupee Under Pressure as RBI Rate Hike Timeline Moves Up
Crédit Agricole now expects the Reserve Bank of India to raise rates from late 2026, as expensive oil and a poor monsoon threaten inflation. The bank keeps its USD/INR forecast near 96, highlighting the rupee's ongoing challenges.
UBS Sees Yuan Strengthening as Dollar Weakens: USD/CNY Could Hit 6.50 by 2027
UBS expects the US dollar to fall further against the Chinese yuan, projecting a USD/CNY rate of 6.50 by mid-2027 as strong exports and policy support outweigh low inflation and interest rate differences.
Uncancelled Indonesian Coin Dies Surface After Fifty Years
Seven uncancelled coin dies from Indonesia's 1971 rupiah series have been authenticated after decades in obscurity, offering a rare glimpse into the tools behind a pivotal moment in the nation's monetary history
1894-S Dime Tops $1.25 Million as Rare Coin Auction Breaks Records
A rare 1894-S Barber dime sold for over $1.25 million at Stack's Bowers Galleries' Rarities Night, which saw more than $26 million in sales and set new price records for US coins and collectibles.
Collectors Face Tough Choices Over Cleaned Coins in the Resale Market
Cleaned coins divide collectors as resale value, authenticity, and historical context drive decisions. Certified coins offer some protection, but rare varieties and older issues still tempt buyers despite the risks.
Coin Show Listings Face 2027 Deadline for Free Guide Inclusion
Coin clubs and show organizers have until November 2, 2026 to secure a free listing in the 2027 Coin Show & Auction Guide, a key reference for collectors and dealers published by Numismatic News and its sister magazines.
What a Single Lincoln Cent Reveals About US Money and History
If only a Lincoln cent survived from the United States, what would future archaeologists deduce about its economy, technology, and society by examining this small copper coin
US Mint Faces Collector Uncertainty as Trump Coin Sparks Debate
US Mint coin sales stayed slow in July, but attention is turning to the upcoming Donald J. Trump $1 coin, which has stirred debate over putting a living president on legal tender. Collectors and the public are watching closely.
New Collector Coins Push Minting Boundaries in 2026
From ultraviolet dinosaur fossils to a wireframe waterfall, 2026's latest collector coins use advanced minting and bold design to transform how countries present history and myth on silver
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