Gold prices edged to $2,045/oz, reflective of safe-haven flows. "Investing tips" emphasize holding a modest gold ETF position alongside equities to mitigate rate policy risks, especially with the Fed's decision closely monitored in early July. The 8 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, tropical weather advisory from the National Hurricane Center shows the tropical wave, currently in the open Atlantic, has a medium chance of formation within 48 hours and a high chance of formation within the next seven days. This is no guarantee that the value of these investments won’t fall from time to time. The crucial point for me is belief that the companies I invest in have the capability to recover when and if times do get tough. MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 0.9%, propelled by Chinese internet giants after regulatory confidence signals. "Investing tips" point toward gradual accumulation of ADRs in these firms before Q3 earnings, balancing volatility with potential upside on reopening trends.