Commodities

Gold prices fell for a tenth consecutive session in Asian trading on Tuesday, as investors continued to move away from the metal despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. By 02:46 ET (06:46 GMT): Spot gold declined 0.7% to $4,376.04 per ounce Gold futures slipped 0.6% to $4,413.59 per …

Oil prices surged in Asian trading on Tuesday, rebounding strongly after the previous session’s steep losses, as Iran denied claims of negotiations with the United States and renewed concerns over supply disruptions gripped markets. By 00:42 ET (04:42 GMT): Brent crude rose 4.1% to $104.07 per barrel WTI crude climbed …

Since the war with Iran erupted on February 28, China has found itself confronting a new wave of economic stress. At the center of the disruption lies the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. A significant share of China’s imported oil and liquefied natural gas …

Crude oil plunged sharply on Monday, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) falling nearly 9% to dip below $100 a barrel, marking one of the most dramatic intraday swings in recent memory. Prices initially spiked above $101 before tumbling to around $84, eventually settling near $90 as markets reacted to shifting …

Gold rebounded sharply on Monday, recovering from a steep decline that had pushed prices to their lowest level this year. The recovery comes after a near 8% sell-off, as investors seized the opportunity for bargain hunting following news that planned military strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure have been postponed.The delay …

Silver has had a turbulent week, falling sharply from around $96 to $65 per ounce, as geopolitical tensions and energy market shocks rattled investors. After peaking above $120 per ounce in January, the white metal has now lost more than 30% in just a few weeks, reflecting both market panic …

Gold prices tumbled sharply in Asian trading on Monday, as rising concerns over inflation and persistently high interest rates overshadowed the metal’s traditional role as a safe haven—even as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensified. By 02:18 ET (06:18 GMT): Spot gold fell 4.6% to $4,287.05 per ounce Gold …

Oil prices traded in volatile fashion on Monday, hovering near recent peaks as geopolitical tensions escalated sharply following a 48-hour ultimatum from U.S. President Donald Trump to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. By 00:26 ET (04:26 GMT): Brent crude rose 0.6% to $112.91 per barrel WTI crude gained …

Global markets endured an extraordinary week of dramatic volatility (ending March 22, 2026). Major central bank decisions collided with escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East—specifically the U.S.-Israeli-Iranian conflict. This direct threat to the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for 20% of global oil and gas supplies, created a …

Gold prices remained under heavy pressure, extending their sharp decline as the metal hovered near $4,650 after a steep daily drop of around 3.5%. The latest move reflects a broader shift in market sentiment, with investors stepping back from bullish positions amid rising yields and fading expectations for near-term interest …