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U.S. Defense Secretary Hergsays will meet with German Defense Minister Pistorius on September 15.

S&P: Saudi Arabia's rating remains at 'A+/A-1'; outlook stable.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 509.10 points, or 0.98%, to close at 52,573.20 on Friday, September 11; the S&P 500 rose 65.24 points, or 0.86%, to close at 7,656.94; and the Nasdaq Composite rose 251.31 points, or 0.96%, to close at 26,333.04.

According to the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), as of the week ending September 8, 2026, crude oil speculators increased their net long positions in WTI crude oil by 21,153 contracts to 140,046 contracts.

According to the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), as of the week ending September 8, 2026, the net short position in the Swiss franc was 29,985 contracts, the net short position in the British pound was 58,836 contracts, the net short position in the euro was 42,616 contracts, and the net long position in the Japanese yen was 10,796 contracts.

On September 12th, Goldman Sachs continued to view its forecast of gold prices reaching $4,900 per ounce by the end of 2026 faces net upside risks, but the path will also see increased two-way volatility. Goldman Sachs stated that its $4,900 per ounce fair value forecast for the end of 2026 assumes continued strong demand from central banks. If ETF investor inflows resume and the current high call option positions persist, trader hedging could mechanically amplify the rally, pushing gold prices far beyond its forecast. Goldman Sachs also indicated that if expectations of a Fed rate hike resurface, it could trigger trader hedging, leading to a more severe pullback in gold prices than usual.

U.S. Central Command: As of September 11, 99 merchant ships have been forced to divert to ensure they comply with relevant requirements.

US President Trump announced that he will distribute a $5,000 "Trump bonus" to all American adults because the US is reaping trillions of dollars in economic development, investment, and "pure success." However, this plan is being criticized by Democrats who hope it will never happen.

Citigroup expects the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates in September and then cut rates before mid-2027.

According to lawyers, Apple's (AAPL.O) always-on AI features are putting wiretapping laws to the test.

On September 12, the UN Security Council adopted a resolution on September 11, granting a one-month technical extension to the authorization of sanctions against Sudan. Sun Lei, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Chinese Permanent Mission to the UN, stated in his explanatory remarks that, given the significant differences among Security Council members, the one-month technical extension would allow for more time for discussion, and China had no objection to this and voted in favor. China has repeatedly emphasized that sanctions are a means, not an end, and cannot replace diplomatic efforts. The urgent task is to focus on how to better implement existing mechanisms; arbitrarily expanding the scope of coercive measures will only worsen the humanitarian situation in Sudan, and may even contribute to Sudan's potential separatism, threaten regional stability, and undermine the authority of the Security Council. China hopes that in the upcoming consultations, all parties will reach a consensus as soon as possible, playing a constructive role in promoting a ceasefire and maintaining Sudan's unity.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bagaei: Our measures in response to the blockade are self-defense actions within the framework of international law.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bagaei: We are at war, and the ongoing maritime and economic blockade is an act of hostility.

Saudi Arabia: Taking measures to ensure pipeline safety and assessing its security.

Goldman Sachs: A renewed rise in expectations of a Fed rate hike could trigger traders to unwind hedging positions, leading to a more drastic correction in gold prices than usual.

Goldman Sachs: If ETF investor inflows resume and current high call option positions persist, traders' hedging could mechanically amplify the rebound, pushing gold prices far beyond our forecasts.

Goldman Sachs: Our fair value forecast of $4,900/oz for gold by the end of 2026 is based on the assumption of continued strong demand from central banks.

Goldman Sachs continues to see a net upside risk to its forecast of $4,900/oz for gold by the end of 2026, but also expects greater two-way volatility in the process.

September 12th - As of 2:30 PM closing, the Shanghai Gold futures contract closed down 0.04% at 942 yuan/gram, the Shanghai Silver futures contract closed up 0.49% at 15,723 yuan/kilogram, and the SC Crude Oil futures contract closed up 4.96% at 850 yuan/barrel.

Saudi Energy Ministry: The attack resulted in injuries, and the injured have received medical treatment.