Commodities

Crude oil prices are easing today, with markets shrugging off tariff tensions and focusing on steady supply shifts. WTI Light Crude Oil dips 0.17% to $65.505, while Brent Crude falls 0.49% to $68.71. As global demand wavers and production holds firm, the energy sector faces a pivotal moment—can prices stabilize …

Gold prices saw an uptick in Asian trade on Tuesday, as ongoing concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and geopolitical tensions contributed to sustained demand for safe-haven assets. Gold and Geopolitical Factors: Spot gold rose by 0.6%, reaching $3,364.26 an ounce. Gold futures for September increased by 0.4%, …

Oil prices fell on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump’s extended 50-day deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine, offering some relief to immediate supply concerns. Brent Crude and WTI Retreat: Brent crude futures dropped 29 cents, or 0.4%, to $68.92 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) …

Oil prices rose on Monday, hitting their highest levels in three weeks as investors focused on further U.S. sanctions on Russia, potential impacts on global oil supplies, and increased oil imports by China. The market was also buoyed by signals of tighter oil supply globally. Brent Crude and WTI Surge: …

European stocks fell on Monday, driven by a sharp decline in the automobile sector, as investors reacted to the latest trade tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. Market Overview: The pan-European STOXX 600 index was down 0.5%, at 544.74 points, as of 0830 GMT. Other regional indexes also posted …

Oil prices rose modestly on Monday, extending Friday’s gains, as investors focused on the potential impact of U.S. sanctions on Russia, which could affect global oil supplies. However, gains were capped by increased Saudi output and ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade tariffs. Key Price Movements: Brent Crude rose 21 cents …

Gold prices saw a modest increase in Asian trading on Monday, extending their recent gains as investors sought safe-haven assets amid growing concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and rising geopolitical tensions, particularly over the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Key Price Movements: Spot Gold rose by 0.2%, trading at $3,361.42 …

During the trading week of July 7–11, financial markets experienced a mix of volatility and relative stability for most major assets, driven by developments in U.S. trade policies, financial legislation, and strong economic data. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) showed continued strength, rising from 96.80 to 97.50, supported by robust …

The USD/CAD exchange rate stands at 1.36897, up 0.25%, reflecting a weakening Canadian dollar (CAD) amid escalating U.S. tariffs announced by President Donald Trump. Effective August 1, 2025, a 35% tariff on Canadian imports will complement existing 25% tariffs on autos, 50% on steel and aluminum, and 10% on energy …

Gold prices climbed to $3,354, up nearly 1% from $3,322, driven by a risk-off market mood triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policies. His 35% tariffs on Canadian goods and proposed 15-20% duties on other trading partners have heightened global trade tensions, boosting demand for safe-haven assets like gold. …