Oil prices took a slight tumble on Tuesday following a surprising announcement from Ukraine’s leadership, signaling an immediate truce with Russia that encompasses the Black Sea and energy infrastructure. Despite the dip, crude prices found some footing thanks to looming U.S. tariffs that could tighten global oil supply by targeting …
Read More »Black Sea Bargain: U.S. Brokers a Fleeting Calm in Ukraine
Zelenskyy Ushers in Fragile Ceasefire Amid Ukraine-Russia StandoffIn a bold move toward de-escalation, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday that Ukraine will immediately enact a partial ceasefire, halting attacks on energy infrastructure as Russia’s invasion—now in its 1,125th day—continues unabated. This interim peace initiative, brokered by U.S. delegates under …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise as U.S. Tariffs on Venezuelan Oil Purchasers Fuel Supply Concerns
Oil prices continued their upward momentum on Tuesday, extending gains from the previous session following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on countries buying oil and gas from Venezuela. Key Price Movements: Brent crude (May contract) rose 0.5% to $72.76 per barrel. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude …
Read More »Gold Holds Above $3,000 Amid Easing Trump Tariff Concerns
Gold prices edged higher on Tuesday, remaining below last week’s record highs as market fears over U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned trade tariffs eased. However, haven demand remained resilient amid lingering uncertainty over the exact scope of the tariffs, keeping gold near key psychological levels. Gold Market Overview: Spot gold …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: Dollar Roars Back as Tariffs and Yields Steal the Show – March 25 Rundown
Developments and DataThe US Dollar extended its rebound, reaching two-week peaks near 104.40, buoyed by weekend tariff news, while fears of a US economic slowdown appear to have eased slightly. The US Dollar Index (DXY) secured its fourth straight day of gains, decisively breaking past 104.00, supported by a notable …
Read More »Gold Slips as Trade Fears Ease and Dollar Shines: A Bumpy Road Ahead
Gold prices dipped by 0.67% on March 24, 2025, settling at $3,002 per ounce, as easing global trade tensions and a stronger U.S. dollar curbed the metal’s upward momentum.The decline marked the third consecutive day of losses for gold, driven by news that the Trump administration plans to impose targeted …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise Amid U.S. Sanctions on Iran and Ukraine Ceasefire Talks
Oil prices edged higher on Monday, supported by fresh U.S. sanctions on Iranian crude exports, while ongoing ceasefire discussions between Russia and the U.S. over Ukraine introduced supply uncertainty in global markets. Key Price Movements: Brent crude futures: Up 36 cents (0.5%) to $72.52 per barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate …
Read More »Gold Prices Edge Lower as Market Reacts to Softer Trump Tariff Expectations
Gold prices dipped in Asian trading on Monday, retreating further from record highs as reports indicated that U.S. President Donald Trump’s April 2 tariffs may be less severe than feared, reducing demand for safe-haven assets. However, a softer dollar helped limit gold’s losses, while broader metal prices advanced, supported by …
Read More »Weekly Financial Market Recap: Entangled Volatility Amid Trade Tensions and Strategic Adaptation
Global financial landscape this week were shaped by a convergence of trade policy upheavals, measured responses from central banks, and supply-side pressures, resulting in a dynamic interplay of volatility and strategic adjustments. This analysis explores movements in gold, crude oil, U.S. equities, cryptocurrencies, and key currency pairs, with a focus …
Read More »XAU/USD Dips but Shines Weekly as US Dollar Holds Firm and Geopolitical Heat Rises
Gold prices dipped on Friday, with XAU/USD trading at $3,019, down 0.81%, marking a second consecutive day of retreat as traders locked in profits ahead of the weekend. Despite this pullback, the precious metal is on track to secure weekly gains, buoyed by a resilient US Dollar, with the US …
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