Commodities

Gold prices rose in Asian trade on Thursday, holding close to record levels despite a broader risk-on sentiment in financial markets fueled by renewed hopes for a peace treaty between Russia and Ukraine. The yellow metal’s strength was primarily driven by a weaker U.S. dollar, which declined even after January’s …

Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Thursday as U.S. President Donald Trump signaled potential progress toward a peace treaty between Russia and Ukraine. The possibility of an agreement raised expectations that U.S. sanctions on Russian crude could be lifted, increasing global oil supply. Meanwhile, a higher-than-expected U.S. consumer inflation …

Gold prices recovered 0.20% and are trading at $2,902 per ounce after having experienced a tumultuous week, swinging from record highs to significant losses. The precious metal’s roller-coaster ride reflects the complex interplay of economic data, Federal Reserve policy, and geopolitical risks. Gold Prices Chart – Source: TradingView Stronger-than-expected US …

Oil prices fell on Wednesday, ending a three-day winning streak, as data showed a sharp rise in U.S. crude inventories and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that interest rate cuts would not come quickly this year. As of 12:30 GMT, Brent crude declined by 77 cents, or 1%, to …

Gold prices pulled back from record highs in Asian trading on Wednesday, pressured by rising Treasury yields after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated no urgency in cutting interest rates. Investors also leaned toward the U.S. dollar ahead of key consumer price index (CPI) inflation data, which could influence the …

The US Dollar Index (DXY) is testing the 108.00 support level, even with rising US Treasury yields and Powell’s cautious message. The key event today is the inflation rate release, followed by another Powell testimony, MBA Mortgage Applications data, and the EIA’s weekly US crude oil inventory report. Speeches from …

Gold prices soared to fresh record highs in Asian trade on Tuesday, driven by escalating trade war fears and geopolitical tensions under U.S. President Donald Trump. Spot gold reached a record high of $2,942.69/oz. Gold futures peaked at $2,968.39/oz before slightly retreating. Key Market Drivers: U.S. Trade Tariffs Spark Economic …

Gold prices climbed to all-time highs on Monday, as escalating trade tensions and global economic uncertainty fueled safe-haven demand. Spot gold: Up 1.1% to $2,892.30 per ounce Gold futures (April contract): Up 0.9% to $2,916.05 per ounce Key Drivers: Trump’s Tariff Moves Spark Market Jitters 25% tariffs imposed on all …

Oil prices rose in Asian trading on Monday after three straight weeks of declines, despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariff measures on steel and aluminum imports. Brent crude: Up 0.5% to $75.06 per barrel WTI crude (March contract): Up 0.6% to $71.13 per barrel Key Drivers: Tariffs and Trade …

Tariffs, Trade Diversification, and the NFP ImpactThe global trade landscape is bracing for potential shifts as the specter of renewed US tariffs looms. Since 2017, even with relatively strong US economic growth, US share of global trade has been on a downward trend, while its share of global GDP and …