Oil prices rose slightly in trading on Tuesday (January 20) after better-than-expected Chinese economic data boosted demand optimism. Brent crude rose 19 cents (0.3%) to $64.13/barrel, while February WTI which expires today rose 25 cents (0.4%) to $59.69/barrel. The more active March WTI contract also edged higher to around $59.42/barrel. This strengthening was driven by news from China, the world's largest oil importer. The Chinese economy reportedly grew 5.0% through 2025, meeting the government's target. Refinery activity also increased, with refinery throughput rising 4.1% and crude oil...
Gold prices edged up to around $3,690 per ounce on Monday (September 22), nearing a record high, as investors awaited US inflation data and Federal Reserve officials' speeches for further policy guidance. After the Fed announced its first interest rate cut this year, the market expected two more cuts in October and December, as the labor market weakened. Continued monetary policy easing has driven a 40% surge in gold bullion prices so far this year. The gold price at the time of writing is $3,691/Toz. DISCLAIMER Note: This article is for analytical purposes only and is not a definitive...
Silver prices on September 22, 2025, are likely to be stable despite volatility in the commodity market. Industrial and investment demand remain the main factors supporting silver prices. Although global markets face uncertainty regarding the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy and global economic conditions, demand for silver as a safe haven remains high. Meanwhile, supply from major producing countries such as Mexico and China is showing signs of increasing slightly, but concerns remain about disruptions to the global supply chain that could restrict silver supply. However, current...
Gold prices maintained moderate intraday gains throughout the early European session on Friday, amid mixed fundamental signals. Geopolitical tensions fueled by the escalating Russia-Ukraine war and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continued to support this safe-haven precious metal. However, the recovery of the US Dollar (USD) post-FOMC limited any significant appreciation in this commodity. The gold price at the time of writing was $3655 Disclaimer: This article is analytical in nature and is not a definitive reference. Consider fundamental and technical developments...
Gold remains supported by the Fed's easing narrative following its 25 bps rate cut and signals of room for further cuts, but the upward momentum is limited by occasional dollar gains and persistently low real yields. The combination of central bank buying, safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty, and physical interest (e.g., India ahead of the festival season) keeps the fundamental bias constructive despite the slowing pace of gains. Going forward, gold's direction will depend heavily on the trajectory of US inflation and employment data, which shape expectations for the next rate...
Silver prices continued their rally in the European session on Friday, rising above $42 per troy ounce. The white metal strengthened as the Federal Reserve (Fed) began easing monetary policy amid growing concerns about the US labor market. On the industrial front, strong demand from the solar power, electric vehicle, and electronics sectors, combined with limited supply, continues to support silver. The price of silver at the time of writing was $42,183 Disclaimer: This article is analytical in nature and is not a definitive reference. Consider fundamental and technical...