Commodities

Bitcoin struggled for direction on Thursday, remaining stuck within a narrow range as renewed U.S.–China trade tensions and cautious investor sentiment kept crypto markets subdued. The world’s largest cryptocurrency edged up 0.8% to $108,918.2 by 06:06 GMT, extending its recovery from earlier lows near $103,000 this month, but still trapped …

European equities climbed modestly on Thursday, supported by strong performances in the energy sector and a raft of corporate earnings, even as investors weighed the implications of U.S. sanctions on Russia and renewed U.S.–China trade tensions. At 07:05 GMT, Germany’s DAX rose 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 gained 0.2%, and the …

Gold prices rebounded on Thursday, snapping a two-day losing streak as renewed U.S.–China trade tensions and fresh Western sanctions on Russia revived safe-haven appetite ahead of key U.S. inflation data later this week. By 06:15 GMT, spot gold rose 0.9% to $4,137.40 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures climbed 2% …

Gold slipped below $4,100 during early Asian trading on Thursday, as investors opted to lock in profits ahead of the release of critical US inflation figures. Optimism over easing US-China trade tensions has encouraged some traders to take gains, temporarily weighing on the precious metal.At the same time, the end …

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent crude oil have both seen a notable rebound, recovering from recent multi-month lows as traders respond to an unexpected drop in US inventories. WTI edged higher to around $59.29 per barrel, marking a near 3% gain, while Brent rose to $63.34 per barrel, signaling …

Oil prices advanced for a second consecutive session on Wednesday, supported by optimism surrounding potential progress in U.S. trade negotiations with China and India and signs of tightening supply. By 12:11 GMT, Brent crude futures were up 1.9% to $62.50 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) gained 2% …

Gold prices steadied in Asian trading on Wednesday, recovering slightly from steep overnight losses as easing U.S.-China trade tensions and expectations for progress in global trade talks curbed demand for safe-haven assets. At 04:21 GMT, spot gold edged 0.1% higher to $4,127.95 per ounce, bouncing from an earlier session low …

European equities traded mostly lower on Wednesday, weighed down by fading hopes for a Ukraine peace deal and cautious corporate sentiment, though U.K. shares found some support from stable inflation data that may ease pressure on the Bank of England. At 07:05 GMT, Germany’s DAX slipped 0.2%, France’s CAC 40 …

Global financial markets saw a significant shift as the US Dollar (USD) staged a solid comeback, enjoying its third consecutive daily rise. This recovery was fueled by a notable reduction in anxiety surrounding international trade disputes and concerns about US credit risk. The Dollar’s strength was apparent, even as returns …

Oil prices steadied on Tuesday after sliding to their lowest levels since early May, as investors weighed signs of oversupply against lingering trade tensions between the United States and China — the world’s two largest oil consumers.Brent crude edged slightly higher to about $61 a barrel, while US West Texas …