Global benchmark Brent crude oil settled 1% higher on Monday, as concerns mounted that intensifying airstrikes in Russia and Ukraine could lead to supply disruptions, and as a weaker dollar lent additional support. Brent crude futures settled up 67 cents, or 1%, at $68.15 a barrel. The U.S. benchmark, the West Texas Intermediate futures contract , was up 67 cents, or 1.1% at $64.68 by 2:15 p.m. ET. There will be no settlement for WTI futures on Monday due to Labor Day holiday in the U.S. Trading volume for both Brent and WTI was also muted due to that reason. Ukrainian President Volodymyr...
Gold prices weakened on Wednesday (July 23) due to improved risk appetite after US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with Japan ahead of the upcoming tariff deadline. However, a weaker dollar and lower Treasury yields limited losses for US dollar-priced bullion.As of this writing, gold prices were at $3,421. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver is currently at $39,290, supported by a weakening US dollar and global trade concerns, which are driving interest in safe-haven assets. Expectations of a Fed rate cut and industrial demand are also supporting prices. Technically, silver remains in an uptrend. Strong support is at $39.00, while the nearest resistance is at $39.50. A breakout of this resistance opens the potential for a rally to $40.00. The RSI is approaching overbought territory, signaling a possible short-term consolidation.Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold maintained its three-day rally as US President Donald Trump announced a highly anticipated trade deal with Japan, signaling progress in tense negotiations ahead of his August 1 tariff deadline. Bullion prices are trading near $3,430 an ounce, up 2.5% so far this week as Trump announced he would impose 15% and 19% tariffs on goods from Japan and the Philippines, strategic geopolitical allies. With several countries racing to secure trade deals, investors are seeking clarity, particularly on progress with China. Source: Newsmaker.id
The price of silver (XAG/USD) weakened slightly, approaching $38.80 at the start of the European trading session on Tuesday (July 22nd). However, the precious metal remains near its decade-high of around $39.00. The outlook for this precious metal remains bullish due to high demand for safe-haven assets due to ongoing concerns over global trade flows.As of this writing, the price of silver is at $38,837. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices (XAU/USD) weakened slightly on Tuesday after two days of gains. However, the safe-haven metal is likely to strengthen due to uncertainty ahead of US President Donald Trump's tariff deadline on August 1st. Market sentiment has also deepened due to growing concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve (The Fed).As of this writing, gold prices are at $3,388. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver prices (XAG/USD) weakened slightly, approaching $38.80 at the start of the European trading session on Tuesday (July 22nd). However, the precious metal remains near its decade-high of around $39.00. The outlook for the precious metal remains bullish due to high demand for safe-haven assets due to ongoing concerns over global trade flows. Escalating trade tensions between the United States (US) and the European Union (EU) have heightened trade tensions worldwide, given the scale of business between the two countries. EU officials are preparing countermeasures to offset the impact of...
Gold prices held near a monthly high of $3,395 per ounce, supported by increased demand for safe haven assets ahead of the August 1 US tariff deadline. The White House's statement that President Trump may issue more unilateral tariffs increased market uncertainty. The US dollar weakened 0.5% in the previous session, making gold more attractive to global buyers. Meanwhile, the market continues to monitor the Fed's interest rate outlook ahead of next week's decision. Although the probability of a rate cut remains low, market expectations still point to a total of around 46 basis points of...
Silver prices surged again after Fed Governor Christopher Waller reiterated his support for monetary policy easing in July, citing a weakening labor market and declining inflation risks.As of this writing, silver prices are at $38,461. 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....