Bitcoin and gold prices reached new highs amid financial uncertainty from the US government shutdown and a political crisis in France, leading to a decline in European stocks. Gold prices approached $4,000 an ounce, while Bitcoin surpassed $125,000. The resignation of French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu added to market instability. Despite some gains in US markets, the overall economic outlook remains uncertain due to the government shutdown. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)