Commodities

The Canadian Dollar experienced a significant downturn on Thursday, shedding over 0.7% against the US Dollar and marking its fifth consecutive day of losses. This decline propelled the USD/CAD exchange rate to 1.440, a level not seen since early February, signaling growing market unease. The primary catalyst for this volatility …

On Thursday, US President Donald Trump took to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to announce that his planned 25% tariff package targeting Mexico and Canada will now come into effect on March 4, instead of the previously reaffirmed date of April 2. Additionally, President Trump revealed that …

Oil prices rebounded slightly in Asian trading on Thursday, recovering from a two-month low as investors analyzed President Donald Trump’s fresh tariff threats and a mixed U.S. inventory report. At 21:55 ET (02:55 GMT): Brent Oil Futures rose 0.3% to $72.77 per barrel Crude Oil WTI Futures (March expiry) gained …

Gold prices fell in Asian trading on Thursday, extending their retreat from record highs as a stronger U.S. dollar and ongoing trade tariff concerns pressured the precious metal. Gold Pulls Back from Record Highs Profit-taking drove gold prices lower, despite lingering safe-haven demand amid rising trade tensions and signs of …

The US dollar rebounded from a two-month low of around 106.20 on the Dollar Index (DXY), despite lingering concerns about US tariffs and economic health. This recovery occurred amidst mixed US Treasury yields. Key US economic data releases today include weekly jobless claims, durable goods orders, and a revised Q4 …

Crude oil prices are experiencing mixed movements today, with gasoline dropping to a two-month low. Economic concerns are weighing heavily on crude prices following the larger-than-expected decline in US January new home sales. Additionally, the US February consumer confidence index hit an eight-month low, further dampening sentiment.The strength of the …

Since the start of the new week’s trading in financial markets, new trade measures and statements by President Donald Trump have taken center stage. Key among these was Trump’s announcement that he is moving forward with previously delayed tariff decisions.Trump’s administration revealed plans to impose more restrictions on the semiconductor …

Gold prices remained stable in Asian trading on Wednesday, holding near recent record highs as safe-haven demand persisted despite some profit-taking. Meanwhile, copper prices surged due to a major power outage in Chile, which raised concerns over supply disruptions. Gold Market Overview Spot gold traded at $2,916.06 per ounce, while …

Oil prices remained under pressure on Wednesday, trading near two-month lows as growing optimism over a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine weighed on the market. However, a decline in U.S. crude stockpiles provided some support, limiting further losses. Market Performance By 11:42 GMT, Brent crude edged lower by …

US President Donald Trump hit markets with fresh tariff headlines on Wednesday, re-reiterating his insistence on 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, as well as adding the European Union to the mixed bad of countries that he will penalize US consumers for importing from.Despite a fresh doubling down on his …