Gold Prices Drop Despite Previous Gains; WBD Explores Sale Options

NEW YORK, NY — Gold prices took a notable dip on Tuesday, falling nearly 4% after a record-breaking rise. This sudden downturn affected major investments, including the world’s largest gold ETF and mining companies such as Agnico Eagle and Wheaton Precious Metals.

Although the reasons for the slump are not entirely clear, analysts point to various contributing factors, including shifts in investor sentiment. Despite this decline, gold prices measured by New York futures have seen a remarkable increase of about 60% so far in 2025.

In a different area of the market, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is exploring its strategic options, including a possible sale. The company confirmed its openness to offers in a statement released on Tuesday. This announcement came after reports of interest from potential buyers, including Paramount Skydance.

“It’s no surprise that the significant value of our portfolio is receiving increased recognition by others in the market,” CEO David Zaslav stated. He added that the company has initiated a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives to maximize asset value. In June, WBD announced plans to split into two publicly traded companies, separating its streaming and film studios from its cable TV networks.

Separately, Beyond Meat is experiencing a surge in stock prices amid heightened activity from retail investors. The plant-based meat company’s shares soared toward the $2 mark on Tuesday, rebounding from a low of $0.50 last week. As of 7:39 a.m. ET, trading volumes exceeded $115 million.

This rally comes on the heels of Beyond Meat’s plans to expand product availability across 2,000 Walmart locations nationwide, further boosting investor confidence. The stock had seen unprecedented gains on Monday, more than doubling its value in a single day.

JPMorgan strategist Arun Jain remarked on the unexpected retail enthusiasm for Beyond Meat, as trading volumes significantly outpaced its sales figures. Historically, the company has recorded sales of 487.5 million pounds of its plant-based products, which is overshadowed by its vibrant trading activity.