Gold prices declined on Wednesday amid rising concerns that escalating tensions in the Middle East could lead to higher inflation, thereby strengthening expectations for sustained elevated interest rates. This comes as key U.S. inflation data is anticipated later this week. Spot gold experienced a decline of 0.1%, trading at $4,349.44 per ounce, as of 0040. Read More
Gold prices remained stable on Tuesday as traders evaluated tensions in the Middle East and anticipated important U.S. labour market data set to be released this week, which could influence expectations regarding Federal Reserve monetary policy. Spot gold maintained its position at $4,454.68 per ounce by 0057, following a decline to its lowest level since Read More
Oil prices declined by 3% on Wednesday, continuing the downward trend from the prior session, as new optimism surfaced regarding the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, following Iran’s announcement of resumed discussions with neighbouring Oman concerning the management of this crucial waterway. The market remains responsive to developments regarding navigation through the Strait Read More
Gold remained relatively stable in early Asian trading on Wednesday as investors looked for insights from crucial U.S. inflation data regarding the Federal Reserve’s trajectory on interest rates. Spot gold remained nearly unchanged at $4,654.17 per ounce, as of 0011, following a peak that marked a more than three-month high in the previous session. U.S. Read More
Gold increased for a third consecutive session on Tuesday as concerns regarding a potential U.S. interest rate hike next month diminished, with investors looking forward to the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s most recent meeting for new insights on the trajectory of monetary policy. Spot gold increased by 0.2% to $4,424.28 per ounce as of 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 continued to rise for a second consecutive session on Friday, driven by renewed concerns regarding the Strait of Hormuz. This development follows Iran’s proposal, in collaboration with Oman, to restrict the passage of vessels deemed hostile and to impose significant penalties on those who violate the proposed regulations. Brent crude futures increased by 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 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
