Oil prices fell by more than 2% on Wednesday ahead of a weekend meeting of OPEC+ producers that is expected to consider another increase in production targets in October. Brent crude fell $1.6, or 2.31%, to $67.54 a barrel by 2:11 p.m. EDT (1811 GMT). U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell $1.68, or 2.56%, to $63.91 a barrel. Eight members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies - known as OPEC+ - will consider further raising oil production at a meeting on Sunday, two sources familiar with the discussions told Reuters, as the group seeks to regain market...
After experiencing a moderate increase last week, the price of Gold is now trading in the area of $ 3022 in the European session on Monday (3/24).The price of Gold is benefiting from the weakening US dollar, increasing central bank demand, and concerns about the potential for universal US tariffs, Deutsche Bank analysts said in a note. China, in particular, drives a larger portion of central bank demand, namely 48%, Deutsche Bank said.The increase in bank demand is greater than the shrinking global jewelry demand, which is expected to be at its lowest level since 1989 amid record high...
Silver prices were steady in early Asian trading on Monday, after hitting a one-week low as the U.S. dollar strengthened. The dollar's gains came after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell reiterated that the central bank is in no rush to cut interest rates further, though he hinted at two potential rate cuts this year. Adding to the pressure on silver, lingering economic concerns in China dampened the outlook for its industrial demand, as Beijing announced fresh stimulus measures without providing specifics. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices remained under pressure during the early Asian session on Monday as a stronger US dollar weighed on bullion. The metal eased after hitting an all-time high on Thursday amid hopes for a Ukraine peace deal. However, potential interest rate cuts hinted at by the Federal Reserve (Fed) and ongoing economic uncertainty may limit gains for the yellow metal. On Sunday, Ukrainian and US officials held talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, continuing efforts to end the three-year war as President Donald Trump pushes for a ceasefire. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that the...
Silver prices fell more than 1% on Friday (3/21), hitting a one-week low as the U.S. dollar strengthened. The dollar's strength came after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell reiterated that the central bank is in no rush to cut interest rates further, although he hinted at two potential rate cuts this year. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices continued to decline in the European session on Friday (21/03). Gold is currently trading in the $3028 areaAfter some minor corrections from overbought technical levels, gold prices have stabilized and remain well supported, he said in a note.Meanwhile, Investors have been buying gold as a hedge against uncertainty about Trump's policies and central banks are buying gold to reduce their dependence on the US dollar. In the long term, rising geopolitical risks will continue to support the precious metal's prospects. Investors are concerned about the de-dollarization trend as the...
Silver held onto earlier losses in the $33.60 an ounce range, after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates at 4.25%-4.5%, while signaling a potential cut of 0.5 percentage points in 2025. Despite economic uncertainty fueled by tariffs and President Trump's fiscal policies, silver remained near a five-month high as trade war concerns escalated. Rental rates have surged amid shrinking stocks, especially in London, as silver flows to the U.S. to take advantage of higher prices. The shift has widened the price gap between major markets, with spot silver up 17% this year, outperforming other...
Gold prices fell on Thursday as investors took a breather following the Federal Reserve's (Fed) latest monetary policy decision and escalating hostilities in the Middle East. XAU/USD was trading at $3,042, down more than 0.19%. Market sentiment turned negative, while the greenback showed a recovery as depicted by the US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks a basket of six currencies against the greenback. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver (XAG/USD) prices fell during the European session on Thursday (3/20). The non-interest-bearing metal faced pressure after the Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate decision. As widely expected, the Fed kept the federal funds rate at 4.25%–4.5% during its March meeting but reiterated its outlook for two rate cuts later this year. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold (XAU/USD) is extending its decline on Wednesday for a second consecutive day as the US Dollar (USD) and US Treasury yields firm ahead of the release of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC)...
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....