Commodities

Gold prices fell sharply on Tuesday, dropping more than 3% as the US dollar strengthened amid progress in talks between Washington and Tehran. At the time of writing, gold traded around $4,869 per ounce after briefly reaching $5,000.Dollar Strength Pressures GoldThe rise of the US dollar reduced demand for gold, …

Gold and silver prices declined sharply on Tuesday, extending losses from the previous session as investors remained cautious ahead of a busy slate of U.S. economic data and developments surrounding upcoming nuclear talks between the United States and Iran. Trading activity was subdued due to market holidays in both China …

Bitcoin traded with limited direction on Tuesday, as subdued liquidity from holidays across several major markets curtailed trading activity, while investors remained cautious ahead of key U.S. economic data and upcoming diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran. The world’s largest cryptocurrency slipped 0.5% to $68,056 by 00:39 ET …

Oil prices slipped modestly in subdued holiday trading on Tuesday, as investors kept a close watch on upcoming negotiations between the United States and Iran, alongside pressure from a firmer U.S. dollar. Brent crude futures for April delivery declined 0.3% to $68.45 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude …

Oil markets are finding near-term support from geopolitical tensions, but the balance could shift later this year if diplomatic breakthroughs materialize. While supply risks linked to sanctions and regional conflicts are keeping prices elevated for now, a calmer global backdrop could eventually push crude prices lower.Geopolitics Keeps a Floor Under …

Some of the world’s most valuable technology companies have suffered steep market value losses this year, marking a sharp reversal after years of outsized gains driven by enthusiasm around artificial intelligence. Investors are increasingly questioning whether massive AI-related spending will deliver returns strong enough to justify previously stretched valuations. Microsoft …

Bitcoin fell again on Monday, extending a prolonged downturn after cryptocurrency markets recorded four consecutive weeks of heavy losses, as uncertainty over U.S. interest rates continued to sap appetite for speculative assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency retreated after briefly climbing toward the $70,000 level over the weekend. Bitcoin was last …

Gold prices fell below key technical levels in Asian trade on Monday, while silver posted sharper losses, as investors remained cautious amid lingering uncertainty over the U.S. interest rate outlook following mixed inflation data. Precious metal markets continued to experience heightened volatility after a period of sharp swings over the …

Last week brought a surge of economic data that served as a vital stress test for the U.S. economy. It revealed a complex landscape where anxiety over Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rising, yet underlying economic fundamentals remain stronger than anticipated. While waves of market volatility—particularly in the tech sector—test investor …

Oil prices steadied on Friday after early losses, as investors balanced potential supply increases from OPEC+ with signs of easing inflation in the United States. Brent crude futures edged up to $67.61 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) held at $62.84 per barrel. Both benchmarks are on track …