Oil prices fell by $4 a barrel on Monday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to refrain from launching a new offensive against Iran, as he aims for a swift agreement that would curb Tehran’s nuclear aspirations and restore access to the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures decreased by $4.08, representing a decline of Read More
Gold experienced an increase on Monday as oil prices declined following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to refrain from launching a new offensive against Iran, aiming for a prompt agreement. This development contributed to a slight alleviation of worries regarding inflation and rising interest rates. Spot gold was up 0.7% at $4,067.06 per ounce, as Read More
Oil prices extended losses on Friday as investors evaluated Saudi Arabia’s proposal to spearhead a multinational maritime defence coalition designed to enhance security along critical Red Sea shipping routes. Saudi Arabia is aiming to lead a coalition focused on strengthening defence collaboration in the Bab El-Mandeb Strait, the Red Sea, and the Gulf of Aden. Read More
Gold was on track for its first monthly gain in five on Friday, as investors evaluated the implications of the U.S.-Iran conflict and analysed the Federal Reserve’s signals for insights on inflation and the trajectory for interest rates. Spot gold inched 0.2% lower at $4,096.29 per ounce, as of 0107, but was on track for Read More
Oil prices relinquished a portion of their recent gains on Thursday, as oil tankers persisted in their departures from the Middle East, despite the intensifying tensions in the region, with the U.S.-Iran conflict extending beyond its primary battlegrounds. Brent futures declined by $1.29, representing a decrease of 1.42%, settling at $89.45 per barrel as of Read More
Gold prices experienced a modest increase on Thursday, as market participants evaluated remarks made by U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh regarding inflation management, following the central bank’s decision to maintain interest rates at its most recent policy meeting. Spot gold increased by 0.4% to $4,080.38 per ounce, as of 0103. U.S. gold futures for Read More
Oil prices increased by 5% following three consecutive days of declines, as hostilities reignited in the Middle East, concluding a period of relative tranquillity and rekindling worries about possible interruptions to energy supplies. The action was prompted by a report from the U.S. military indicating that it had intercepted an Iranian “surprise attack” on its Read More
Gold prices inched lower on Wednesday as the dollar remained robust, with market participants anticipating the Federal Reserve’s policy decision for insights on inflation and the trajectory of U.S. interest rates. Spot gold declined by 0.1%, reaching $4,021.87 per ounce as of 0052. U.S. gold futures for August delivery declined by 0.4%, settling at $4,021.70. Read More
Oil prices declined by 1% on Tuesday as market participants continued to assess a potential pause in U.S. strikes on Iran, which has fostered optimism regarding a diplomatic resolution to their conflict and the normalisation of energy flows in the Middle East. Brent crude futures experienced a decline of $0.54, representing a decrease of 0.6%, Read More
Gold prices experienced a slight decline on Tuesday, influenced by a strengthening dollar, as market participants awaited insights from the Federal Reserve’s forthcoming policy decision regarding the interest rate trajectory. Spot gold declined by 0.5%, reaching $4,056.03 per ounce as of 0110. U.S. gold futures for August delivery declined by 0.5%, settling at $4,056.70. President Read More
