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...
Silver prices fell slightly on Thursday (December 18th) from recent highs as many investors took profits after a sharp rally this year. The white metal had surged on strong industrial demand and sentiment toward easing interest rates, but a small correction emerged as some market participants considered silver prices too high compared to gold. This decline is not a major weakening, but rather a normal trend after a rapid rise. Analysts say the silver market is still awaiting key economic data such as US inflation and the Federal Reserve's interest rate direction, which could influence...
The gold market opened today, Thursday, December 18, 2025, with spot gold and physical gold prices strengthening in many markets as investor interest in safe-haven assets remains high. In Indonesia, the price of Antam gold bullion rose by around IDR 17,000 per gram to reach around IDR 2,487 million per gram, continuing its recent upward trend. Fundamental sentiment driving gold prices includes expectations of monetary policy easing by the Fed and global economic uncertainty, which has led investors to seek safer assets. However, gold is also still under pressure from the strength of the US...
Silver today, December 18, 2025, is still holding in the $65-$66/oz area after recently setting a new record. The market is holding its breath awaiting US inflation (CPI) data. If inflation softens, the chances of a Fed interest rate cut could increase—and that usually fuels precious metals like silver. Fundamentally, silver's rise this year has been driven by a combination of tight supply/deficit, surging industrial demand (solar, EVs, data centers/AI), plus investment interest and speculation, which have also pushed prices up. However, it's important to remember: silver is notoriously...
Oil prices rose for a second day as the market reaffirmed a "risk premium" due to geopolitical tensions between Venezuela and Russia. Brent briefly approached $61/barrel before paring gains, while WTI held above $56/barrel. The main triggers were the US's blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan tankers, coupled with the threat of new sanctions on Russia's energy sector if Ukraine peace negotiations stall—all of which raised market concerns about supply disruptions. Despite the rise, oil remains overshadowed by a major story: global supply is considered to remain overabundant, leaving prices at...
Gold remains stable at around $4,320/oz this morning (18/25) as the market awaits today's release of US inflation (CPI). This CPI data is crucial for gauging whether the Fed will continue to ease policy or hold off. After three consecutive cuts last week, the market still rates the chance of a January cut at around 25%. Waller also signaled a pro-cut but relaxed stance: interest rates could fall again, but "there's no need to rush" because inflation is still not completely safe.Sentiment-wise, gold remains strong due to two main drivers: central bank demand and ETF fund flows (which have...