Commodities

Gold prices maintained a steady upward trajectory in Asian trade on Thursday, staying close to their record highs as fears surrounding the U.S.-China trade war continue to fuel demand for safe-haven assets. Gold Market Update Spot Gold: $2,869.17 (+0.1%) Gold Futures (April): $2,887.90 (-0.2%) Record High: $2,882.53 (hit on Wednesday) …

Gold’s relentless climb has propelled it to unprecedented heights, reaching a record peak. However, this impressive rally has also triggered overbought conditions, raising the specter of a potential pullback. While the long-term bullish trend remains intact, traders are now closely monitoring key support levels for signs of a potential correction. …

Oil prices fell on Wednesday as concerns over rising U.S. crude stockpiles and a potential escalation in the U.S.-China trade war weighed on market sentiment, despite renewed efforts by U.S. President Trump to curb Iranian crude exports. Market Movement Brent crude futures dropped 66 cents (-0.87%) to $75.54 per barrel …

Gold surged to an all-time high in Asian trade on Wednesday, as escalating U.S.-China trade tensions and geopolitical concerns drove strong safe-haven demand for the yellow metal. Spot gold rose 0.6% to a record $2,858.27 an ounce, while gold futures for April delivery climbed 0.4% to $2,885.39 an ounce. Trade …

On February 4, 2025, oil prices saw a notable increase as the markets grappled with President Trump’s escalated “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran. Brent crude prices climbed to $76.34 per barrel, marking a 0.50% rise, while WTI’s earlier loss decreased to a mere 0.31% drop, settling at $72.93 per barrel.Trump’s …

Gold prices rose slightly in Asian trade on Tuesday, staying near record highs as safe-haven demand remained strong due to renewed U.S.-China trade tensions. Market Movements Spot gold: Up to $2,815.35 per ounce, near record high of $2,831.70 Gold futures (March): Down 0.4% to $2,846.64 per ounce Platinum futures: Down …

US Dollar Strength, Jobs Data, and Fed Speakers in Focus The US dollar (USD) began the week with renewed strength, driven by market reactions to recently implemented US tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. This week’s economic calendar features key US labor market data releases and public appearances by Federal …

Gold prices have surged to record highs, driven by a confluence of factors, most notably the implications of US tariffs on global trade. This surge reflects gold’s traditional safe-haven appeal amidst economic uncertainty. The precious metal is up +0.77% at the time of writing; trading at 2,818.82 per ounce and …

Oil prices experienced a volatile start to the week, initially surging on the announcement of US tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, then retreating after a one-month pause on the Mexican tariffs was declared. This brief reprieve offers a glimpse into the complex interplay between geopolitics and commodity markets, highlighting …

Global markets experienced a significant downturn following the announcement of new tariffs and the threat of further tariffs on various countries. This move has sent ripples of uncertainty across the global economy, impacting stock markets, currencies, and business strategies.Market Tremors:Major stock indices in the US, Europe, and Asia all declined, …