Commodities

Oil prices rose in Asian trade on Monday, extending a recent rally sparked by the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran. The ongoing tensions have raised concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Middle East, particularly in the crucial Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for oil. Brent oil …

The U.S. dollar strengthens markedly in June 2025, with the Dollar Index rising to 98.14 from 97.62, propelled by a flight to safety following Israel’s June 13 airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear and military facilities, including Natanz and Tehran command centers. President Donald Trump’s renewed tariff threats, targeting major trading partners …

European gas markets are tense as the EU tightens methane emissions rules while aiming to end Russian gas imports by 2027. Natural gas prices crept higher on June 13, 2025, signaling supply uncertainties and regulatory friction. As the bloc navigates the clash between green policies and energy needs, these pressures …

Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites on June 13, 2025, have fueled fears of a wider Middle East conflict, propelling gold and oil prices to new peaks. Gold nears record highs, while oil surged up to 13%, reflecting supply risks in a region producing a third of global …

European stocks took a sharp downturn on Thursday, while crude oil prices surged, following Israel’s large-scale airstrikes on Iran. The strikes ignited concerns over the potential for regional escalation and the impact on global growth. At 03:02 ET (07:02 GMT), the DAX index in Germany dropped 1.4%, the CAC 40 …

Oil prices surged in Asian trading on Friday after Israel launched a major pre-emptive strike on Iran, escalating tensions in the Middle East and sparking fears of broader conflict and potential disruptions to global oil supplies. As of 21:22 ET (01:22 GMT), Brent Oil Futures for July delivery jumped 8.5% …

Silver (XAG/USD) has staged a strong recovery, climbing past $36.00 after hitting a five-day low of $35.46. This rebound, driven by a sharp decline in the US Dollar to a three-year low, signals robust bullish momentum. Trading at $36.30 with a 0.25% daily gain late in Thursday’s North American session, …

Gold prices surged to $3,386 on June 12, 2025, approaching the $3,400 mark as softer US economic data and escalating Middle East tensions fuel market dynamics. A weakening US dollar, cooling inflation, and persistent labor market softness have intensified expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, while geopolitical risks bolster gold’s …

Gold prices saw a sharp rise in Asian trading on Thursday, as safe-haven demand surged due to escalating concerns over potential military action with Iran and a risk-averse reaction to President Donald Trump’s comments on trade tariffs. Spot gold rose 0.6% to $3,374.94 per ounce, while gold futures for August …

Markets buzzed with activity on June 11, 2025, as assets like gold, silver, and the Canadian Dollar reacted to a softer-than-expected US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report and progress in US-China trade talks. The cooling inflation figures sparked hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts, while a tentative trade framework eased …