April 14, 2026 6:25 am
Key Moments Gold (XAU/USD) trades around $4,775, up more than 0.65% during the Asian session as follow-through buying continues. Ongoing uncertainty over future Federal Reserve rate moves and a 30% implied probability of a December rate cut weigh on the US Dollar. Instability in the Strait of Hormuz and related inflation risks limit additional USD […]
Read moreApril 14, 2026 5:48 am
Key Moments WTI traded near $91.50 for a third straight session during Asian hours on Tuesday, showing limited movement. Markets reacted to expectations of new US-Iran talks aimed at extending the current ceasefire. OPEC+ reported a sharp 7.9 million barrels per day drop in March output, mainly due to the Strait of Hormuz shutdown. WTI […]
Read moreApril 13, 2026 1:04 pm
Spot Silver retreated more than 2% on Monday, as US President Trump’s threat to block the Strait of Hormuz fueled concerns of a prolonged energy supply shock, sending oil prices back above $100 per barrel. The US moved to impose a blockade on Iranian shipping after peace talks between the two nations over the weekend […]
Read moreApril 13, 2026 8:27 am
Spot Gold lost ground on Monday, as US President Trump’s threat to block the Strait of Hormuz fueled concerns of a prolonged energy supply shock, sending oil prices back above $100 per barrel. The US moved to impose a blockade on Iranian shipping after peace talks between the two nations over the weekend failed to […]
Read moreApril 9, 2026 2:19 pm
Key Moments Copper prices have almost completely reversed their decline following the Iran war, even after substantial fund liquidations and softer risk assets. TD Securities flags unprecedented tightness in unencumbered Copper inventories, citing supply constraints across multiple regions and uses. Commodity Trading Advisors are expected to stay net buyers near term, with algorithmic strategies potentially […]
Read moreApril 9, 2026 10:25 am
Spot Silver pulled back from a three-week high on Thursday, while holding within a relatively tight daily range, as market players remained wary over the frail US-Iran ceasefire. Yesterday Israel launched its heaviest strikes against Lebanon yet, which led to the death of hundreds of people. According to the White House, Lebanon is not covered […]
Read moreApril 9, 2026 9:19 am
Key Moments Brent crude initially dropped 14% to USD 95/bbl on US-Iran ceasefire headlines before trimming losses. The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, with Iran signaling a potential reopening later this week pending further agreements. Brent futures last moved slightly higher to USD 97/bbl as markets monitored oil flows and infrastructure damage. Ceasefire News Triggers […]
Read moreApril 9, 2026 7:59 am
Spot Gold was mostly steady on Thursday, trading below a three-week high, as market players remained wary over the frail US-Iran ceasefire. Yesterday Israel launched its heaviest strikes against Lebanon yet, which led to the death of hundreds of people. According to the White House, Lebanon is not covered by the two-week ceasefire framework negotiated […]
Read moreApril 9, 2026 7:11 am
Key Moments WTI trades near $91.90 per barrel in Asian hours, rebounding after two sessions of losses. Tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz remain heavily constrained due to fresh tensions and US-Iran ceasefire uncertainty. Analysts warn that logistics, security, and insurance hurdles may limit additional flows through Hormuz over the next two weeks. WTI […]
Read moreApril 9, 2026 6:35 am
Key Moments Gold (XAU/USD) trades slightly lower in Asian dealings but continues to hold above the $4,700 level after pulling back from a three-week high. Uncertainty around the US-Iran ceasefire and renewed Middle East tensions support the US Dollar, limiting upside for gold while also capping risk appetite. Federal Reserve minutes signal a higher-for-longer stance […]
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