Oil prices stabilized on Thursday (February 12th), as the market reassigned a risk premium to US-Iran tensions despite US inventory data showing swelling domestic supplies. This movement confirms one thing: geopolitical headlines are still more "noise" than signals of a short-term surplus. As of 3:50 PM WIB, Brent was at $69.60/barrel (+0.29%) and WTI was at $64.83/barrel (+0.31%). The gains were moderate, but enough to keep prices near the psychological $70 level for Brent. From a geopolitical perspective, market focus is on the potential for escalation in the Middle East. Recent reports...
Gold prices (XAU/USD) fell slightly in the Asian session on Monday (December 29th) after previously reaching a record high of around $4,550 per ounce. This correction was triggered by profit-taking ahead of the year-end holidays when market liquidity was thin, coupled with the effect of a strengthening US dollar, which made gold more expensive for buyers outside the US.Nevertheless, gold's overall trend remains strong, having risen nearly 70% so far in 2025 (its best performance since 1979). Expectations of a Fed rate cut in 2026 and geopolitical tensions helped contain the decline, while...
Oil prices rose in early Asian trading as tensions between the US and Venezuela escalated, according to a research note from analysts at Nanhua Futures. They cited S&P data showing a decline in tanker traffic to Venezuela, which could tighten supply flows and improve market sentiment.Analysts believe this geopolitical risk has the potential to support oil prices in the short term, while investors will monitor developments in US-Venezuela relations for potential triggers for further price movements. During the session, the front-month WTI contract rose 0.7% to $57.13 per barrel, and the...
Silver prices are currently trading above $74.49 per ounce in the US session on Friday (December 26th), extending a remarkable rally that began several months ago, fueled by geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar. This surge was fueled by continued speculation, supply dislocations in major trading centers, and a large influx of funds into silver-backed ETFs. Rising demand, from both the investment and industrial sectors, has made silver a leading choice amidst the global economy.Silver is also supported by fundamental factors such as rising geopolitical tensions and concerns about...
Gold reached an all-time high, continuing its extraordinary rally fueled by geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar. Spot gold prices rose 1.2% to above $4,530 per ounce, influenced by tensions in Venezuela and the US offensive against ISIS in Nigeria.The weakening US dollar also supported the surge in this precious metal. The Bloomberg Spot Dollar Index fell 0.7% this week, giving gold and silver room to continue strengthening. Massive buying by central banks and ETFs also contributed to the price increase. Furthermore, platinum also recorded a significant surge, rising 40% this...
Gold reached an all-time high, continuing its extraordinary rally fueled by geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar. Spot gold prices rose 1.2% to above $4,530 per ounce, influenced by tensions in Venezuela and the US offensive against ISIS in Nigeria.The weakening US dollar also supported the surge in this precious metal. The Bloomberg Spot Dollar Index fell 0.7% this week, giving gold and silver room to continue strengthening. Massive buying by central banks and ETFs also contributed to the price increase. Furthermore, platinum also recorded a significant surge, rising 40% this...
World oil prices moved slightly higher in today's trading, with Brent rising slightly to around US$62.3 per barrel and WTI around US$58.4 per barrel, as the market weighed geopolitical tensions in Venezuela and Nigeria, plus the risk of supply disruptions that have boosted demand for oil safety. Sentiment remains cautious due to low trading volumes amid the year-end holidays, so price movements are likely to be limited and sensitive to global news. What This Means for the Market: Despite a small surge in geopolitical momentum, overall oil fundamentals still point to downward pressure due to...
Silver continues its rally, reaching a record high of around $75 per ounce, driven by a combination of strong industrial demand, tight supply, and growing expectations of a Fed interest rate cut. This price increase is also reflected in the domestic market, where Antam silver rose by around Rp900 to Rp44,965 per gram, demonstrating investor interest in the white metal as a hedge and strategic commodity. Why Silver Is Shining: Silver's fundamentals remain solid due to a structure of demand that exceeds supply, particularly from the technology, clean energy, and electronics sectors—while...
Gold Continues to Break Records Supported by Global Concerns and the Fed: Gold prices reached an all-time high of around US$4,500 per ounce in today's trading, driven by strong safe-haven demand amid global economic uncertainty and strong expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates further in 2026. The weakening US dollar, rebounding global risk indicators, and widespread capital flows into safe assets have made gold increasingly attractive as a hedge in investor portfolios. Market Structure Factors Remain Bullish: In addition to monetary sentiment, central banks in...
Gold rises in the early Asian trade. There's a broad commodities uptrend, driven by macro uncertainty, a weaker dollar, and persistent demand for "hard" assets, says Fawad Razaqzada, market analyst...
Oil extended declines after OPEC+ agreed to a bigger-than-expected production increase next month, raising concerns about oversupply just as US tariffs fan fears about the demand outlook.
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The Japanese Yen (JPY) weakened against its US counterpart and reversed part of Friday's recovery from the lowest level since July 23 following Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda's remarks....