So, with the recent jump of over $80 billion in mergers and acquisitions in the utility, financial services, and biotech sectors in the U.S., it makes you wonder if companies are starting to feel more confident about the future. Or maybe it’s a sign that we could be heading into a period where debt and financial risk are on the rise. What do you think?

Why are the gold prices increasing while the US stock market is going down? What are the specific reasons for this, and how long do you think it will last?