Commodities

The U.S. dollar kicked off Wednesday with a renewed upward climb, shrugging off lingering worries about tariffs and easing geopolitical jitters. Investors, however, remain laser-focused on the pulse of the American economy, eagerly awaiting fresh inflation figures that could sway markets further. As Thursday, March 27 rolls in, a packed …

In 2025, gold has taken the financial world by storm, skyrocketing over 16% since January and smashing through the $3,000-per-ounce barrier—a milestone that has arrived well ahead of predictions. This dazzling rally has investors and buyers alike wrestling with a pressing question: should you seize the moment to lock in …

Oil prices edged higher on Wednesday as supply concerns intensified, driven by: The U.S. threat of tariffs on countries purchasing Venezuelan crude A larger-than-expected drop in U.S. crude inventories Market Performance: Brent Crude Futures: Up 49 cents (+0.67%) to $73.51 per barrel (by 09:50 GMT) West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Futures: …

Gold prices edged lower in Asian trading on Wednesday, as traders took profits while awaiting further clarity on U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and key U.S. economic data. Gold Market Performance: Spot Gold: Down 0.1% at $3,015.73/oz Gold Futures (May Expiry): Down 0.2% at $3,048.25/oz Despite the dip, gold …

European stock markets saw modest gains on Wednesday as investors monitored developments in U.S. trade policy and the U.K. economic outlook ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement. Market Performance at 08:02 GMT: DAX (Germany): +0.4% CAC 40 (France): +0.2% FTSE 100 (U.K.): +0.4% Key Market Drivers: 1. Relief Rally …

Oil prices took a slight tumble on Tuesday following a surprising announcement from Ukraine’s leadership, signaling an immediate truce with Russia that encompasses the Black Sea and energy infrastructure. Despite the dip, crude prices found some footing thanks to looming U.S. tariffs that could tighten global oil supply by targeting …

Zelenskyy Ushers in Fragile Ceasefire Amid Ukraine-Russia StandoffIn a bold move toward de-escalation, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday that Ukraine will immediately enact a partial ceasefire, halting attacks on energy infrastructure as Russia’s invasion—now in its 1,125th day—continues unabated. This interim peace initiative, brokered by U.S. delegates under …

Oil prices continued their upward momentum on Tuesday, extending gains from the previous session following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on countries buying oil and gas from Venezuela. Key Price Movements: Brent crude (May contract) rose 0.5% to $72.76 per barrel. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude …

Gold prices edged higher on Tuesday, remaining below last week’s record highs as market fears over U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned trade tariffs eased. However, haven demand remained resilient amid lingering uncertainty over the exact scope of the tariffs, keeping gold near key psychological levels. Gold Market Overview: Spot gold …

Developments and DataThe US Dollar extended its rebound, reaching two-week peaks near 104.40, buoyed by weekend tariff news, while fears of a US economic slowdown appear to have eased slightly. The US Dollar Index (DXY) secured its fourth straight day of gains, decisively breaking past 104.00, supported by a notable …