The cryptocurrency market is attracting speculators, with Dogecoin experiencing a 253% annual surge. A $10,000 investment in Dogecoin could grow to $35,345. Bitcoin also saw significant activity, with a $10,000 investment rising to $22,046. The cryptocurrency reached a record high of $108,316 before declining.
In the tech sector, NVIDIA (NVDA, Financial) emerged as a standout performer amid enthusiasm for AI advancements. A $10,000 investment in NVIDIA would increase to $27,117. In contrast, Microsoft showed slower growth, with a similar investment yielding only an additional $1,209.
The Argentine stock market, represented by the Merval Index, led global indices, driven by optimism over economic reforms. A $10,000 investment in the index, adjusted for currency fluctuations, would grow to $21,377.
Gold prices rose due to central bank purchases and global economic uncertainty, with a $10,000 investment increasing to $12,722. Silver investments would rise to $12,146.