Gold prices showed minimal change on Wednesday, after a drop of more than 1% in the previous session, as the dollar continued to hold its recent strength, making dollar-denominated metals more expensive for global buyers. Spot gold held steady at $5,146.18 per ounce by 0054, after reaching a level not observed in more than three Read More
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Oil prices remained just under an almost seven-month high on Tuesday as traders assessed the prospects for U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations in the context of increased Middle East tensions, while also considering the ambiguity surrounding U.S. trade policy. Brent crude futures declined by 9 cents, or 0.1%, settling at $71.40 a barrel by 0120. This movement Read More
On Tuesday, gold prices fell from a high that hadn’t been reached in more than three weeks, as the impact of a stronger dollar outweighed the backing from concerns about U.S. tariffs and the ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran. Spot gold fell by 1.5% to $5,150.38 per ounce as of 0125, after reaching a Read More
Oil prices declined approximately 1% on Monday as the U.S. and Iran geared up for a third round of nuclear negotiations, alleviating concerns regarding a potential escalation of conflict. Concurrently, President Donald Trump’s new tariff increases introduced uncertainty surrounding global growth and fuel demand. Brent crude futures declined by 76 cents, representing a decrease of Read More
Gold experienced an uptick as market participants grappled with uncertainty surrounding the future of trade agreements negotiated with the US, following the Supreme Court’s limitation on President Donald Trump’s tariff authority. Bullion increased by as much as 1.3%, surpassing $5,170 per ounce. On Saturday, Trump announced his intention to implement a global tariff of 15% Read More
Oil prices experienced an uptick on Friday, driven by escalating concerns regarding potential conflict between the U.S. and Iran. Washington has indicated that Tehran will face consequences if it fails to reach an agreement concerning its nuclear activities in the coming days. Brent crude futures increased by 21 cents, representing a 0.3% rise, reaching $71.87. Read More
Gold prices fell on Friday as the dollar gained strength, nearing a one-month high. Investors were looking forward to an important inflation report set to be released later in the day for more clarity on the direction of U.S. monetary policy. Spot gold fell by 0.1%, trading at $4,995.91 per ounce as of 0149. U.S. Read More
Oil prices softened in early Asian trading on Thursday, after a notable 4% increase the day prior, as investors evaluated the ongoing attempts by the U.S. and Iran to mitigate tensions, amidst heightened military activity in the crucial oil-producing region. Brent futures declined by 12 cents, representing a 0.2% decrease, settling at $70.23 per barrel Read More
Gold prices fell on Thursday after a rise of more than 2% in the previous session, as the U.S. dollar gained strength ahead of a significant inflation report due later this week, which could provide additional clarity on the trajectory of U.S. interest rates. Spot gold saw a decrease of 0.4%, closing at $4,961.57 per Read More
