Global markets have turned extremely volatile in 2026. The most favoured bets have turned into deep sell-offs. In this next news in numbers report,  we look at the markets, which have slid from their all-time highs. From major stocks and tech bets to cryptocurrencies and commodities, let’s see which assets have fallen the most.

How Far Assets Have Fallen From Record Highs

Top 10 assets in the world 2026: With a market value of over US$31 trillion, gold is still seen as one of the safest ways to store wealth.


Top 10 assets in the world by market cap in 2026

Gold prices surged 1.2% to a new record high of $4,530 per ounce, extending the rally in precious metals. Silver also jumped past $75 per ounce for the first time ever, marking another all-time high for the sector as investors move into safe-haven assets.

Gold-Silver On Record Breaking Spree: Silver Tops $75/Oz for First Time

Gold prices surged 1.2% to a new record high of $4,530 per ounce, extending the rally in precious metals. Silver also jumped past $75 per ounce for the first time ever, marking another all-time high for the sector as investors move into safe-haven assets.


Cricket, Sports: Shakib is a former lawmaker from the party of autocratic ex-leader Sheikh Hasina, who was overthrown in a student-led uprising last year.

Bangladesh court orders seizure of Shakib Al Hasan’s assets in massive blow

India news: The amount will be distributed only after undergoing probate and is certified by the High Court, which will likely take six months. 

Who is Mohini Mohan Dutta? Mystery man to inherit Ratan Tata's USD 57 million will

With the U.S. Election turning out to be one of the most tightly contested in recent history, gold prices soared to new heights last week, putting them on track for their greatest year since 1979.

Gold Soars In A Rush To Safe-Haven Assets

A couple was left shocked after finding a $2 million mansion in its worst state, which had appeared stunning when they had made the purchase. The mansion's entire look had changed because its most valuable assets were stripped by the previous owner.

Couple purchases $2 million mansion, previous owner strips away its most valuable assets

New York Community Bancorp (NYCB) stated on Thursday that it has acquired assets from the insolvent Signature Bank. These assets have a total estimated fair value of $37.

New York Community Bancorp acquires Signature Bank assets worth $37.8 billion

Japan's net external assets reached a record high of 3 trillion dollars in 2023. This marks the sixth consecutive year of increase, driven by a weak Yen and significant overseas corporate acquisitions. As a result, Japan retains its position as the world's largest creditor, outpacing Germany & China.

Japan tops the charts as the world's biggest creditor

The Supreme Court has struck a balance between poll candidates' Right to Privacy and the voter's Right to Information. It has clarified that candidates are not mandated to reveal every asset owned by them or their dependence on but only those that significantly influence their Public Image or lifestyle and have a bearing on an elector's choice.

Indian SC: Candidates don't need to declare all assets

Former United States president Donald Trump secured a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case on Monday (April 1) and averted the seizure of assets by the state authorities which may have placed his business empire in shambles.

Trump posts $175mn bond in NY civil fraud case, averts seizure of assets

The Kremlin has issued a strong warning to the European Union on its proposal to freeze Russian Financial assets to assist Ukraine in its war effort. Moscow said the EU continuing with its plans will have 'catastrophic' consequences.

Russia-Ukraine war | Russia warns western banks over asset confiscation

The New York attorney general’s office has filed judgments in Westchester County, the first indication that the state is preparing to try to seize Donald Trump’s golf course and private estate north of Manhattan, known as Seven Springs. Watch to know more.

Trump's New York assets under legal threat

Against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war and Western sanctions, President Vladimir Putin has taken control of Rolf, Russia's largest car dealership owned by a Cyprus-based firm, placing it under temporary state management.

Putin brings Rolf, Russia’s largest car dealership owned by Cyprus-based firm, under state management

According to senior American and European officials, the Biden administration subtly indicates that it is now in favour of seizing over $300 billion in assets that the Russian central bank has hidden in Western countries. It has also commenced urgent talks with allies about utilising these funds to support Ukraine's war effort during a period when financial support is diminishing. To know more watch this interview with Journalist and Political Analyst, James Jackson.

Russia-Ukraine war: How will US keep funding Ukraine?

According to senior American and European officials, the Biden administration is subtly indicating that it is now in favor of seizing over $300 billion in assets that the Russian central bank has hidden in Western countries. It has also commenced urgent talks with allies about utilizing these funds to support Ukraine's war effort during a period when financial support is diminishing.

Russia-Ukraine war: Europe eyes Russian assets to aid Ukraine

Russia-Ukraine war: US to use Russian assets as aid to Ukraine

Even as the new Maldives government has called for the "withdrawal" of Indian military personnel from the country, both New Delhi and Malé have agreed to "discuss workable solutions" on the presence of Indian military assets as they "serve the interests of the people of Maldives", sources have said.

India, Maldives to discuss 'solutions' for Indian military assets presence

Blackstone Inc. has become the first private equity company to reach the historic milestone of managing $1 trillion in assets. However, a downturn in global deal making that impacted second-quarter profits has tempered this achievement.

Blackstone makes history, becomes world's first $1 trillion private equity manager

Shah Rukh Khan is one of the wealthiest stars in India with an estimated income of over $700 million as of 2022, according to Forbes. Today on SRK's 57th birthday, we list out some of the most luxurious assets owned by the 'Badshah' of Bollywood.

Shah Rukh Khan birthday | Expensive assets owned by him

hinese and Taiwanese businessmen are selling their assets for cash as the value of luxury homes plunges after the 20th National Congress meet Molly Gambhir brings you the details

WION Fineprint | China's rich selling off their local assets

British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said that their government is mulling to replicate Canada and seizing the assets of Russians in the UK in order to give them to Ukraine.

UK mulling seizure of Russian assets to give to Ukraine: Foreign Secretary Liz Truss

Since the outbreak of war, over $330 billion in financial resources, which were owned by Russia's elite and the central bank, have been frozen by the sanctions task force of leading Ukraine allies, the group said on Wednesday.

More than $330 billion of Russian assets frozen by Ukraine allies till now

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