Gold prices rose sharply in Asian trading on Friday, recovering from the previous session’s losses as a weaker U.S. dollar and signs of easing geopolitical tensions boosted demand for the precious metal. Spot gold climbed 2.1% to $4,467.32 per ounce as of 02:41 ET (06:41 GMT), while U.S. gold futures …

British retail sales volumes declined in February, highlighting growing pressure on consumer spending as households brace for the economic impact of rising energy prices linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to data released on Friday by the Office for National Statistics, retail sales volumes fell by 0.4% …

Oil prices edged lower in Asian trading on Friday and were on track to post a weekly decline, as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East reduced the risk premium that had supported markets in recent sessions. As of 20:46 ET (00:46 GMT), Brent crude futures for May delivery slipped …

Oil prices surged on Thursday, extending a period of heightened volatility as investors reacted to mixed signals surrounding potential de-escalation in the Middle East. Gains were driven by persistent uncertainty over diplomatic efforts, even as Iran reviews a U.S.-backed proposal to end the ongoing conflict. As of 05:33 ET (09:33 …

U.S. stock index futures edged lower early Thursday, as investors reassessed the likelihood of a near-term resolution to the Middle East conflict following cautious signals from Iran. While Tehran confirmed it is reviewing a U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal, it ruled out direct negotiations with Washington, dampening earlier optimism. As of 01:57 …

Bitcoin retreated on Thursday, reversing part of this week’s gains as investor sentiment weakened amid conflicting signals surrounding a potential ceasefire in the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. The pullback reflects broader caution across risk-sensitive assets, as markets remain highly reactive to geopolitical developments and policy uncertainty. The world’s largest …

Consumer sentiment in Germany deteriorated sharply, reaching its weakest level since March 2024, as escalating tensions in the Middle East fueled concerns over rising energy costs and renewed inflationary pressures. According to data released on Thursday by GfK in partnership with the Nuremberg Institute for Market Decisions, the consumer climate …

Gold prices declined in Asian trading on Thursday, as investors navigated mixed signals surrounding the Iran conflict while a firmer U.S. dollar reduced the metal’s appeal. The pullback highlights the ongoing tension between geopolitical demand for safe-haven assets and macroeconomic pressures tied to interest rates. Spot gold fell 1.1% to …

Oil prices rebounded by more than 2% in Asian trading on Thursday, as markets reacted to conflicting signals surrounding potential de-escalation in the Middle East. The gains follow a sharp decline in the previous session, underscoring the heightened volatility driven by geopolitical uncertainty. As of 02:09 ET (00:31 GMT), Brent …

Oil prices moved lower on Wednesday, with global benchmark Brent crude hovering around the $100-per-barrel mark, as markets reacted to mixed signals surrounding the ongoing conflict between joint U.S.-Israeli forces and Iran. Despite continued military strikes in the region, renewed diplomatic efforts raised cautious expectations of a potential de-escalation. Brent …