Commodities

Oil prices rose on Thursday on renewed hopes for another stimulus package in the United States, where a decline in jobless claims also helped improve the outlook for demand. Additionally, remarks that indicated that the OPEC+ alliance may prolong output cuts provided support for crude prices, as Brent crude futures …

Gold prices declined on Thursday as the US Dollar (USD) showed signs of recovery from its decline yesterday. In addition, remarks suggesting a near agreement for a new stimulus package in the United States supported risk appetite among investors and reduced demand for safe havens. Gold futures for December delivery …

Natural gas inventories in the United States increased by 49 billion cubic feet last week, according to data by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) The rise in gas stockpiles came below market expectations of a 51 billion cubic feet increase for the week ended October 16. Natural gas inventories …

Oil prices declined slightly Thursday after heavy losses overnight, and in light of the accumulation of gasoline stocks in the United States, indicating a decline in expectations for fuel demand, with the increase in the number of Corona virus infections in North America and Europe. Brent crude futures fell one …

Oil prices declined on Wednesday after data showed an increase in the United States crude oil inventories, spurring once again fears about the recovery of the global demand. Brent crude futures for December delivery declined by $1.43, or 3.3%, to finish at $41.73 per barrel. Meanwhile, the West Texas Intermediate …

Gold prices rose on Wednesday for the third consecutive session, reaching its highest level in about a month, as the US Dollar (USD) is showing weakness across the board. Gold futures for December delivery closed higher by $14.10, or 0.7%, at $1,929.50 per ounce, its highest level since September 18. …

A recent poll by Reuters showed that copper prices are set to struggle for reaching new highs next year. “While the rebound was dazzling, most of the positive surprise is now behind us and this should not continue to significantly support copper prices at these high levels,” said Florent Pele, …

Crude oil inventories in the United States declined last week, according to data released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) on Wednesday. The EIA weekly report showed that oil stockpiles decreased by one million barrels in the week that ended on October 16 to a total of 488.1 million …

Oil prices fell on Wednesday after a sudden increase in US crude stocks stoked fears of a global supply glut, and the rise in COVID-19 cases exacerbated concerns about a slow recovery in fuel demand. Brent crude futures for December delivery were at 42.70 dollars a barrel, down 46 cents, …

Gold rose on Wednesday, thanks to optimism about the possibility of US lawmakers reaching an agreement on an aid package for those affected by Corona before the presidential elections, which weakened the dollar and strengthened the lure of the yellow metal as a hedge against inflation. Gold rose in the …