Commodities

Global Market Caution Amid U.S. Trade Negotiations European stocks traded cautiously on Tuesday, as investors remained on edge ahead of the Trump administration’s looming July 9 tariff deadline and the release of crucial inflation data. At 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), the DAX index in Germany gained 0.1%, the CAC 40 …

Gold Surges as Safe-Haven Demand Increases Gold prices saw a notable increase in Asian trade on Tuesday, driven by heightened safe-haven demand due to rising uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade negotiations and concerns over President Donald Trump’s upcoming tariff deadline. Spot gold rose 0.8%, reaching $3,328.71 per ounce, while Gold Futures …

Oil prices fell to a three-week low on Tuesday, with both Brent and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices slipping as supply concerns eased, and expectations grew for an increase in production by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies (OPEC+). The drop in prices also came in light …

Canadian Market GainsOn June 30, 2025, Canada’s S&P/TSX composite index rose 164.79 points to 26,857.11, with all sectors advancing. The rally followed Canada’s repeal of a digital services tax, defusing tensions after U.S. President Trump paused trade talks. Prime Minister Mark Carney tied the decision to ongoing trade negotiations, sparking …

Gold’s Steady RiseOn June 30, 2025, gold futures for August delivery rose to $3,302 per ounce, up from $3,273, driven by a faltering U.S. dollar. The precious metal peaked at $3,309 and dipped to $3,246, reflecting its inverse tie to the dollar. The Dollar Index fell 0.2% to 96.87 from …

WTI Stalls Amid Supply ShiftsOn June 30, 2025, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil hovered below $65.00 per barrel, paring early gains. A brief spike followed news of Prax Group’s insolvency in the UK, raising fears of reduced diesel and gasoline supply in Northwest Europe. However, attention quickly shifted to …

As global markets head into a holiday-shortened trading week in the U.S., several key developments are set to shape investor sentiment. The focus will be on the ongoing debate in the Senate regarding President Donald Trump’s signature tax-and-spending bill, crucial job market data due on Thursday, and Tesla’s upcoming second-quarter …

Gold prices rebounded from a one-month low in Asian trade on Monday, buoyed by a weaker dollar and the easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While safe-haven demand for gold remained subdued due to optimism surrounding potential U.S. trade deals, the precious metal found some support. Spot Gold …

Oil prices experienced a decline in Asian trade on Monday, with the easing of geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran contributing to the reduction of a previously built-up risk premium. Furthermore, the anticipation of increased output from the OPEC+ group also put downward pressure on prices. Brent crude futures for …

The US dollar experienced significant volatility last week, caught in a tug-of-war between positive and negative market forces. Support from Federal Reserve policymakers, led by Chair Jerome Powell, emphasized a cautious “wait-and-see” approach to interest rate cuts, bolstering the dollar. This stance was reinforced by stronger-than-expected consumer confidence, with the …