Commodities

Oil prices edged lower in Asian trading on Tuesday, reversing earlier gains as reports suggested that U.S. President Donald Trump is considering ending military operations against Iran. However, losses remained limited as the outlook for global supply stayed constrained by the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude …

As global demand accelerates for the materials powering clean energy, defense systems, and advanced technologies, a profound shift is underway. Capital is no longer simply chasing mineral discoveries—it is targeting control. Control of supply chains, processing capabilities, and the downstream industries that ultimately define economic and geopolitical strength.From Discovery to …

Global oil markets are under intense pressure as West Texas Intermediate (WTI) holds above the $100-per-barrel level. Prices have fluctuated sharply throughout the session, reflecting a market increasingly driven by geopolitical developments rather than traditional supply and demand fundamentals.Volatility has become a defining feature, with prices reacting rapidly to political …

The U.S. dollar advanced on Friday, putting it on track for its strongest monthly performance since July, as investors flocked to safe-haven assets amid escalating uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict. As of 17:28 ET (21:28 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which tracks the greenback against a basket of six major …

Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Monday, following a turbulent week marked by sharp swings as investors remained focused on the evolving conflict in the Middle East. Despite the modest rebound, uncertainty surrounding the outlook for the U.S.-Israel war on Iran continues to shape sentiment in bullion markets. …

Oil prices rallied sharply on Monday, extending recent gains as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised fears of broader supply disruptions. The latest move higher reflects growing concerns that the conflict is widening, with new actors entering the confrontation and little indication of near-term de-escalation. Brent crude futures …

Last week saw significant developments across geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, key economic indicators from major economies, and updates on monetary policy. Here’s a comprehensive overview. Geopolitical Tensions Lead Market Sentiment Geopolitical factors dominated market movements last week. The ongoing conflict involving Iran drove global prices of oil and …

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 …

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 …

Global financial markets closed the week under a cloud of caution as rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East fueled a powerful surge in the US Dollar. Investors increasingly shifted toward safe-haven assets, reinforcing the greenback’s strength and pressuring major currencies across the board.The US Dollar Index climbed to near …