Commodities

Key Takeaways Gold extends losses: Spot gold fell 1.8% to $4,134.86 per ounce, while gold futures slipped 2.2% to $4,152.25. Third consecutive weekly decline: On track for a 2% weekly fall despite a strong start to the week on Iran peace deal optimism. Fed hawkishness overwhelms: Nine of 19 Fed …

Cryptocurrencies face growing headwinds from central banks, capital rotation, and weak market sentiment. Bitcoin is struggling to regain momentum as a combination of tighter monetary policies, fading investor appetite, and shifting capital flows weighs heavily on the world’s largest cryptocurrency. After a volatile month, Bitcoin remains under pressure, highlighting the …

U.S. stocks finished a shortened trading week on a positive note, rebounding from the previous session’s sell-off and extending gains across major indexes. Investors regained confidence after a volatile reaction to the Federal Reserve’s latest policy signals, helping markets close the week in solid territory.Technology shares led the recovery, pushing …

The newly signed understanding between the United States and Iran is being viewed as one of the most consequential geopolitical developments of 2026. By reducing tensions and paving the way for the reopening of key maritime trade routes, the agreement has immediately shifted the focus of investors, governments, and businesses …

A Diplomatic Breakthrough Sends Energy Traders Scrambling: Global oil markets reacted sharply as the newly announced U.S.–Iran agreement moved from speculation to reality, triggering a broad reassessment of energy supply expectations. Long before the formal signing, traders had begun pricing in the possibility of a diplomatic breakthrough, leading to a …

Key Takeaways Spot gold recovers modestly: Rose 0.3% to $4,269.42 per ounce after Wednesday’s 1.7% decline. Gold futures slip: U.S. gold futures fell 2.1% to $4,288.72 — reflecting persistent rate hike concerns in the futures market. Iran MOU the support: The 14-point memorandum begins a 60-day negotiation period with toll-free …

Key Takeaways Versailles signing: Trump signed the MOU with Iran during a dinner at France’s Versailles palace — an unexpected venue ahead of the planned Switzerland ceremony. Iranian president also signs: Masoud Pezeshkian signed on behalf of Tehran, per IRNA images; both sides also completed electronic signatures. Switzerland ceremony status …

Key Takeaways Gold futures slip: U.S. gold futures fell 1.3% to $4,325.97 — a divergence reflecting futures market positioning ahead of the MOU signing. Iran MOU details revealed: The 14-point memorandum begins a 60-day negotiation period; toll-free Hormuz passage begins immediately, with full capacity restored within 30 days. Energy shock …

Key Takeaways Five-day losing streak: Brent fell 0.9% to $78.23 per barrel, while WTI slipped 1.2% to $75.16 — both at their lowest since March 2. 10% crash in two sessions: The pace of the selloff underscores how dramatically market sentiment has shifted. Iran deal the driver: The MOU paves …

Gold prices fell after the Federal Reserve confirmed its intention to keep interest rates elevated, reinforcing its commitment to controlling inflation. Spot gold closed near $4,293 per ounce, down almost 0.9% from the previous session. At the same time, the U.S. Dollar Index advanced to 100.02, its strongest level in …