After weeks of sharp gains fueled by the war with Iran, oil prices are beginning to retreat. US crude (WTI) has dropped to around $97, while Brent crude is trading near $103, both posting notable declines of more than 4%. The pullback suggests that fears of prolonged supply disruptions may …
Read More »Gold Stalls Near $4,600 as Dollar Softens—but Bigger Pressures Keep Gains in Check
Gold prices hovered near the $4,600 level on Tuesday, finding modest support as the US dollar eased from recent highs. Despite the upward tilt, the metal remains stuck within a narrow trading range that has persisted for about a week, reflecting uncertainty across global markets.The cautious tone comes as investors …
Read More »European Stocks Hold Near Flat as Oil Surge and Iran Strategy Shift Shape Outlook
European equities traded in a tight range on Tuesday, as investors balanced surging oil prices against reports that the United States may seek to wind down its military campaign in Iran even without reopening the Strait of Hormuz. By 03:10 ET (07:10 GMT), the pan-European STOXX 600 edged up 0.1%, …
Read More »Gold Edges Higher on Bargain Buying, but Faces Pressure from Rates and Energy-Driven Inflation
Gold prices inched higher on Monday, supported by bargain hunting and slightly softer expectations for interest rate hikes, although the metal remains on track for its steepest monthly decline in nearly two decades. Spot gold rose 0.2% to $4,503.29 per ounce as of 16:25 ET (20:25 GMT), while gold futures …
Read More »Oil Slips as Trump Weighs De-Escalation, but Hormuz Closure Caps Losses
Oil prices edged lower in Asian trading on Tuesday, reversing earlier gains as reports suggested that U.S. President Donald Trump is considering ending military operations against Iran. However, losses remained limited as the outlook for global supply stayed constrained by the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude …
Read More »The New Resource Power Game: Who Will Control the Critical Minerals Economy?
As global demand accelerates for the materials powering clean energy, defense systems, and advanced technologies, a profound shift is underway. Capital is no longer simply chasing mineral discoveries—it is targeting control. Control of supply chains, processing capabilities, and the downstream industries that ultimately define economic and geopolitical strength.From Discovery to …
Read More »Oil Above $100: War Tensions and Market Anxiety Drive a New Energy Shock
Global oil markets are under intense pressure as West Texas Intermediate (WTI) holds above the $100-per-barrel level. Prices have fluctuated sharply throughout the session, reflecting a market increasingly driven by geopolitical developments rather than traditional supply and demand fundamentals.Volatility has become a defining feature, with prices reacting rapidly to political …
Read More »Dollar Strengthens to Multi-Month High as Iran War Fuels Safe-Haven Demand
The U.S. dollar advanced on Friday, putting it on track for its strongest monthly performance since July, as investors flocked to safe-haven assets amid escalating uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict. As of 17:28 ET (21:28 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which tracks the greenback against a basket of six major …
Read More »Gold Stabilizes After Volatile Week as Geopolitical Risks Persist
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Monday, following a turbulent week marked by sharp swings as investors remained focused on the evolving conflict in the Middle East. Despite the modest rebound, uncertainty surrounding the outlook for the U.S.-Israel war on Iran continues to shape sentiment in bullion markets. …
Read More »Oil Surges Above $115 as Middle East Conflict Escalates, Supply Disruptions Deepen, and Hormuz Strait Risks Intensify
Oil prices rallied sharply on Monday, extending recent gains as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised fears of broader supply disruptions. The latest move higher reflects growing concerns that the conflict is widening, with new actors entering the confrontation and little indication of near-term de-escalation. Brent crude futures …
Read More »
Noor Trends News, Technical Analysis, Educational Tools and Recommendations