Commodities

Gold prices edged modestly lower in Asian trading on Thursday, while silver hovered near record highs, as investors paused after a strong rally and awaited key U.S. inflation data alongside a series of pivotal central bank policy decisions. Spot gold slipped 0.1% to $4,334.48 an ounce, while February gold futures …

Gold prices dipped on Thursday as global equities climbed sharply, reducing the metal’s appeal as a safe-haven asset for investors. Strong performance in stock markets often draws capital away from non-yielding assets like gold, and that dynamic was clearly visible this week.Adding to the downward pressure, comments from several major …

Crude oil prices opened the latest trading day under mild pressure, reflecting a market still struggling to find clear direction amid conflicting signals. Early trading showed both U.S. and global benchmarks edging slightly lower, reinforcing the view that oil remains trapped in a narrow range as traders weigh near-term risks …

Gold prices edged modestly lower in Asian trading on Thursday, while silver hovered near record highs, as investors paused after a strong rally and awaited key U.S. inflation data alongside a series of pivotal central bank policy decisions. Spot gold slipped 0.1% to $4,334.48 an ounce, while February gold futures …

Global energy markets saw a noticeable uptick in oil prices as rising geopolitical tensions fueled fresh concerns over supply disruptions, particularly in Venezuela and Russia. The renewed uncertainty has injected a risk premium into crude markets, pushing prices higher despite mixed fundamental signals.U.S. benchmark crude gained around 1.4%, adding nearly …

Gold prices climbed sharply, breaking above the $4,330 level as investors sought safety amid a mix of economic uncertainty and rising geopolitical tensions. The precious metal’s advance reflects a renewed appetite for defensive assets at a time when confidence in global stability appears fragile.The rally followed mixed signals from the …

European equity markets traded modestly higher on Wednesday, as investors positioned themselves ahead of a busy week of regional central bank policy decisions, while softer inflation data provided a notable boost to U.K. stocks. By 03:05 ET (08:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX index rose 0.2%, France’s CAC 40 gained 0.2%, and …

Oil prices climbed more than 1% on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered what he described as a “total and complete” blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, injecting fresh geopolitical risk into energy markets already grappling with demand concerns. Brent crude futures rose 87 cents, …

The US Dollar fell below the 98.00 level on Tuesday, marking its lowest point since early October. The decline followed a US labor report that highlighted a notable slowdown in the job market, reinforcing concerns about the economy and overshadowing weak European data.Against major currencies, the US Dollar showed mixed …

European equities traded lower on Tuesday, tracking the softer tone from Wall Street, though declines remained contained as investors positioned for a heavy week of central bank decisions and key U.S. data. At 03:05 ET (08:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX fell 0.6%, France’s CAC 40 dipped 0.2%, and the U.K.’s FTSE …