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Gold prices declined in Asian trading on Thursday, returning to a trading range seen over the past week as escalating tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran boosted the U.S. dollar and oil prices, limiting the metal’s upside. By 01:33 ET (05:33 GMT), spot gold fell 0.6% to $5,147.05 …

U.S. consumer prices rose in line with expectations in February, suggesting inflation pressures remained relatively stable despite ongoing economic uncertainty. According to data released by the U.S. Labor Department on Wednesday, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 2.4% year-on-year in February, matching both the previous month’s reading and economists’ forecasts. …

Oil prices declined in Asian trading on Wednesday after reports that the International Energy Agency (IEA) is preparing the largest emergency oil reserve release in its history to counter supply disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict involving Iran. By 00:55 ET (05:55 GMT), Brent crude futures for May delivery dropped …

Oil Falls as IEA Considers Record Emergency Reserve Release Amid Iran War Oil prices declined in Asian trading on Wednesday after a report suggested the International Energy Agency (IEA) could release a record amount of emergency oil reserves to help offset supply disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran conflict. By …

Gold prices ticked slightly higher in Asian trading on Wednesday as investors navigated mixed signals surrounding the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, while also monitoring disruptions in global energy markets and the possibility of a near-term end to the war. Spot gold rose 0.2% to $5,204.29 per ounce by 01:17 …

Oil and gas markets experienced dramatic swings this week after US President Donald Trump described the war in Iran as “very complete, pretty much.” Crude prices, which had nearly reached $120 per barrel amid supply fears, dropped below $90 following his remarks, offering a momentary reprieve for global markets.Strait of …

Silver prices climbed strongly on Tuesday, with the precious metal flirting with the $90 mark as investors moved toward safe-haven assets amid a softer US Dollar and rising geopolitical uncertainty. The white metal traded around $89.5 per ounce, marking a notable daily gain as market conditions turned increasingly supportive for …

Oil prices slipped on Tuesday as global energy officials signaled they are prepared to intervene if supply disruptions worsen. The decline followed growing discussions among major economies about releasing emergency reserves to calm markets that have been shaken by rising geopolitical tensions.Despite the drop, the outlook for energy markets remains …

Global oil markets opened the week with dramatic volatility as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East collided with concerns over energy supply routes and emergency reserves. Prices surged sharply at the start of trading before quickly retreating, highlighting how fragile the current balance in global energy markets has become.The sudden …

When war erupts in the Middle East, gold is supposed to surge. It’s the oldest safe-haven story in the book — geopolitical shock sends investors scrambling for the yellow metal. But ten days into the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran, something unexpected is happening: gold is barely keeping pace with …