Commodities

Global markets started the week on a subdued note, with major European exchanges closed for a holiday, while Asian equities posted modest gains and U.S. futures remained largely unchanged amid cautious investor sentiment. Japanese and South Korean stocks edged higher in thin trading, while U.S. stock index futures hovered near …

The OPEC+ decision to raise production quotas by 206,000 barrels per day for May 2026 is being viewed as largely symbolic, as ongoing disruptions in the Middle East continue to constrain actual supply. According to analysis from Bank of America, the increase involves eight member countries that had previously implemented …

Gold prices held largely steady on Monday, recovering from early losses as markets balanced renewed geopolitical risks against emerging signs of a potential diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East. Spot gold traded flat at $4,682.42 per ounce as of 03:55 ET (07:55 GMT), while gold futures rose 0.6% to $4,709.75. …

Oil prices climbed in Asian trading on Monday, building on strong gains from the previous session as markets focused on an imminent deadline set by Donald Trump for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures for June delivery rose 1.7% to $110.77 per barrel, following a surge …

Global markets staged a notable recovery last week after a period of sharp volatility, as investors responded to signals suggesting a potential easing of tensions in the Iran crisis. Equities rose and investor sentiment improved temporarily, yet uncertainty persisted due to the lack of a clear exit strategy and ongoing …

With oil markets in turmoil and Brent crude surging past $109 a barrel, the U.S. government has moved to release emergency stockpiles in a bid to cool a supply crisis fueled by the ongoing military conflict with Iran.The U.S. Energy Department announced plans to loan up to 10 million barrels …

In a market moment defined by extremes, gold and silver are navigating one of the most complex environments in decades. After a powerful rally pushed both metals to historic highs, a sudden pullback has reminded investors that even the strongest trends are never a straight line.Gold, trading near record levels …

Iran and Oman are reportedly preparing a joint protocol to monitor traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes. The initiative aims to oversee oil tankers and commercial vessels, raising early hopes that the strait could reopen partially after weeks of closure. According to …

Silver and gold prices fell sharply on Thursday as global markets faced mounting pressures. A strong U.S. dollar and rising bond yields reduced the appeal of these non-yielding precious metals.Silver was hit by both economic and geopolitical factors. Rising tensions with Iran pushed oil prices higher, fueling inflation expectations and …

For decades, the Middle East was viewed mainly through the lens of energy exports. Today, that picture has changed dramatically. The Gulf region has evolved into a global force that not only supplies energy but also shapes financial markets, drives investment flows, and influences the direction of technological development.What makes …