Oil prices increased by more than one percent during early trading on Monday, attributed to a slowdown in tanker traffic thru the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. This development occurs amidst the absence of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, leaving the conflict in the Middle East unresolved. Brent crude futures Read More
Gold prices experienced a modest increase during early trading on Monday, buoyed by a weaker dollar and recent economic indicators that tempered expectations for a U.S. interest rate increase in the upcoming month. Spot gold increased by 0.3% to $4,388.62 per ounce as of 0028, while U.S. gold futures for December delivery rose by 0.2% Read More
Oil prices declined for a second consecutive session on Friday, despite the United States’ threat to maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely, which has reignited concerns regarding crude supplies. The decision was made a day following a decline in oil prices attributed to a less optimistic forecast for global demand. Brent crude futures experienced Read More
Gold prices declined on Friday as investors took the opportunity to secure profits following a rise in non-yielding bullion to its highest level in over two months during the previous session. This movement was influenced by mild U.S. inflation data, which dampened expectations regarding a potential rate hike by the Federal Reserve in September. Spot Read More
Oil prices declined by over $1 on Thursday following revisions by major forecasters to their projections for global oil demand in 2026, attributing the changes to disruptions stemming from the U.S.-Israeli conflict involving Iran. However, supply concerns stemming from the conflict persisted in offering some support to prices. Brent futures experienced a decline of $1.29, Read More
Gold reached a peak not seen in over two months on Thursday, as subdued U.S. consumer inflation dampened anticipations of a forthcoming Federal Reserve rate increase, while markets looked forward to producer price data for additional indications of easing price pressures. Spot gold increased by 0.6% to $4,433.62 per ounce by 0108, following a rise Read More
Oil prices continued to rise on Wednesday amid uncertainty surrounding a potential US-Iran peace agreement and new assaults on shipping, which heightened concerns over additional supply disruptions in the Middle East. The rise occurred notwithstanding industry data indicating a growth in US crude inventories. Brent crude futures increased by 72 cents, or 0.81%, reaching $89.63, Read More
Gold strengthened on Wednesday following a decline from a 10-week peak in the prior session, as investors looked ahead to U.S. inflation data for insights into monetary policy, while ongoing tensions in the Middle East sustained worries regarding inflation driven by oil prices. Spot gold increased by 0.3% to $4,377.79 per ounce as of 0055. Read More
Oil prices continued to rise for a second consecutive session on Tuesday, building on a more than 5% increase on Monday. The diminishing prospects of a US-Iran agreement to resolve the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz have contributed to prices remaining close to their highest levels in over a week. Brent crude futures Read More
Gold increased for a third consecutive session on Tuesday, reaching a peak not seen in over two months, as market participants concentrated on forthcoming inflation data for indications regarding the U.S. interest-rate trajectory. Spot gold increased by 0.5% to $4,411.77 per ounce as of 0030, marking its highest level since June 5. U.S. gold futures Read More
