Key Notes

Gold's record-breaking surge to $3,700 reflects investor rotation into defensive assets amid Fed uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.

Bitcoin struggles below $115,000 while altcoins like XRP, Solana, and Dogecoin posted moderate gains during Tuesday's session.

Hyperliquid and BNB emerged as top performers, signaling potential speculative positioning ahead of expected market volatility.

Gold price broke above $3,700 an ounce for the first time on Tuesday, September 16, as global investors rotated capital into safe-haven assets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision.

With markets still widely anticipating a Fed rate cut , recent sticky inflation readings and rising geopolitical tensions have seen investors sideline risk assets for gold’s defensive hedge.

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