Commodities

US oil producers have warned that Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on Canadian imports will drive up US fuel prices, as the US president-elect’s threats hit global markets. Trump proposed late on Monday a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada, accusing the US’s closest neighbours of …

Gold prices fluctuated on Tuesday, initially declining on news of a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah. However, the precious metal recovered some losses as U.S. President-elect announced plans to impose tariffs on Mexico and Canada.Ceasefire Hopes Weigh on Gold:A potential 60-day ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah could …

Gold prices saw a modest uptick during Asian trading on Tuesday, driven by escalating geopolitical and trade concerns, though gains were capped by a stronger U.S. dollar and easing Middle Eastern tensions. Key Market Moves Spot gold increased by 0.1% to $2,628.69 an ounce. Gold futures (December) rose by 0.4% …

As OPEC+ prepares for its December 1 meeting, several pressing issues will dominate the agenda, including a potential delay in planned supply increases and the broader implications of current market dynamics. With weak global demand, a retreating U.S. dollar, and fading geopolitical tensions, the decisions made during this pivotal meeting …

Market Focus Shifts to FOMC Minutes The US Dollar weakened at the start of the week as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East eased and investors anticipated the release of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes. The FOMC minutes, along with a slew of US economic data, including housing …

Gold has been declining sharply since the start of trading this week, continuing the downward trend it has followed since last Friday. This decline has been exacerbated by news that has dominated headlines on Monday about a potential ceasefire in Lebanon, which has had a negative impact on the precious …

Oil prices steadied on Monday, following significant gains last week, as concerns about supply disruptions due to geopolitical tensions kept prices elevated. Brent crude futures slipped 0.34% to $74.91 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) dropped 0.49% to $70.89 per barrel. Key Factors Affecting Oil Prices Geopolitical …

Gold prices faced a sharp drop today, retreating from a three-week high, as a risk-on environment diminished the appeal of the precious metal. The XAU/USD pair struggled to sustain its momentum from last week’s gains, though it managed to hold above the $2,650 level, supported by the 100-period Simple Moving …

Crude Oil prices rebounded after a volatile Friday, driven by a surge in the US dollar and positive economic indicators from the United States. The US Dollar Index hit a two-year high, benefiting from the weaker Eurozone economy and strong US economic data.The geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue …

Analysts at UBS forecast sustained upward momentum in gold prices throughout 2025, driven by a combination of declining global interest rates and persistent geopolitical risks. These factors reinforce gold’s status as a reliable safe-haven asset while aligning with favorable macroeconomic trends. Key Drivers for Gold’s Rally Lower Interest Rates Central …