Commodities

Iran and Oman are reportedly preparing a joint protocol to monitor traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes. The initiative aims to oversee oil tankers and commercial vessels, raising early hopes that the strait could reopen partially after weeks of closure. According to …

Silver and gold prices fell sharply on Thursday as global markets faced mounting pressures. A strong U.S. dollar and rising bond yields reduced the appeal of these non-yielding precious metals.Silver was hit by both economic and geopolitical factors. Rising tensions with Iran pushed oil prices higher, fueling inflation expectations and …

For decades, the Middle East was viewed mainly through the lens of energy exports. Today, that picture has changed dramatically. The Gulf region has evolved into a global force that not only supplies energy but also shapes financial markets, drives investment flows, and influences the direction of technological development.What makes …

The U.S. labour market faces its most pivotal test in months as investors brace for March’s jobs report, a release that could redefine the economic outlook. With hiring momentum slowing and wage growth cooling, the data will set the tone for markets, policy, and confidence in America’s recovery. Critical Moment …

Historic Surge in a Single SessionOil markets delivered a dramatic jolt on Thursday, recording one of the sharpest single-day rallies in years. WTI crude surged to $111.21, jumping $12.31 (+12.45%) from its previous close of $98.90, while Brent crude climbed to $107.41, gaining $7.18 (+7.16%) from $100.23.The scale of the …

Gold prices fell on Thursday, snapping a four-session winning streak as renewed geopolitical tensions and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed heavily on the precious metal. Spot gold declined 2.6% to $4,637.25 per ounce as of 03:41 ET (07:41 GMT), after earlier rising to a session high of $4,800.58. U.S. gold …

European stocks opened sharply lower on Thursday, as renewed escalation signals in the Middle East erased hopes of a near-term ceasefire and pushed oil prices higher. By 03:10 ET (07:10 GMT), the STOXX 600 dropped 1.2%, while Germany’s DAX fell 1.5%. France’s CAC 40 declined 1.2%, and the UK’s FTSE …

Oil prices jumped sharply on Thursday, as renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East fueled concerns over prolonged supply disruptions and drove a fresh risk premium into energy markets. Brent crude futures for June delivery surged 6.8% to $108.01 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose 5.8% …

Global markets moved decisively ahead of a highly anticipated address, with investors already placing their bets on what could come next. Price action across key assets reflected a growing belief that geopolitical tensions may soon ease, even before any official confirmation.Gold Rallies on Hopes of Cooling InflationGold surged sharply, posting …

Stocks have already rallied. Oil has already dipped. The world is pricing in a deal that hasn’t happened yet. The Speech Everyone Is Trading In Advance Wall Street didn’t wait for the podium. By the time the White House confirmed that President Donald Trump would deliver a primetime address tonight …