Commodities

Oil prices edged higher on Monday, driven by concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Middle East and optimism that the U.S. Federal Reserve’s significant interest rate cut last week would support demand. Brent crude futures for November delivery rose 22 cents, or 0.3%, to $74.71 a barrel by 0705 …

Gold prices surged to a new record high in Asian trading, fueled by optimism surrounding recent U.S. interest rate cuts. Investors also exhibited caution ahead of a series of economic events this week, which further supported the yellow metal’s rise. Spot gold climbed 0.3% to reach a historic high of …

Market Drivers: US Session, September 20 US Dollar Strengthens Amidst Fed Rate Cut and Economic OptimismThe US Dollar gained momentum following the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut, reflecting growing market optimism about the US economy. The New York Fed’s Nowcast model projects robust economic growth in the third and fourth …

Gold is +1.48 up during the US session on Friday, trading at USD 2,624.51. Gold prices have recently reached unprecedented heights, sparking renewed interest in the precious metal. While the exact reasons for this surge remain somewhat elusive, several key factors are likely contributing to the bullish sentiment. This analysis …

Oil prices slipped on Friday, yet they remained poised for a second consecutive weekly gain, buoyed by the Federal Reserve’s significant interest rate cut and shrinking global stockpiles. As of 10:04 GMT, Brent futures had declined by 50 cents (0.67%) to $74.38 a barrel, while U.S. WTI crude futures fell …

Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Friday, supported by a weaker dollar following the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate cut. The move has bolstered optimism for more rate reductions, driving demand for the precious metal as a hedge against currency weakness and economic uncertainty. Gold Reacts to Fed’s …

Following the FOMC, the US Dollar Index (DXY) returned to the 100.50 zone while retaining its gloomy outlook. Harker of the Fed isn’t scheduled to talk until the end of the week. As selling pressure on the US dollar increased, the EUR/USD strengthened its gain from Wednesday and returned to …

WTI futures were trading at $70.98 per barrel. WTI prices are lower by 3.35% so far this year. In the past 24 hours, Brent futures have increased by 1.95% to trade at $74.11/bbl. Brent prices have dropped by 6.26% so far this year. Although prices for West Texas Intermediate have …

The USD/CAD pair is trading down on Friday morning in the Asian session, at 1.3560. The USD is still being hurt by predictions that the Fed may lower rates again this year. The commodity-linked Loonie is supported by rising crude oil prices. During Friday’s early Asian session, the USD/CAD pair …

Oil prices remained relatively unchanged on Thursday, with Brent crude futures edging up by 8 cents to $73.73 a barrel, while WTI crude futures slipped by 3 cents to $70.88 a barrel as of 0015 GMT. The market’s reaction to the Federal Reserve’s half-percentage-point rate cut was muted, with concerns …