Silver prices rose as risk sentiment improved in the market after signs emerged that the US government shutdown was nearing an end. These hopes pushed the US dollar slightly lower and increased interest in precious metals, including silver, which often benefit when political uncertainty eases. However, silver's gains were restrained by the prospect of the Fed's interest rates remaining high in the near term. Investors are now awaiting clarity on the direction of US monetary policy after economic data was delayed due to the shutdown. If the dollar strengthens again or bond yields rise,...
World oil prices rose by about 1% on October 13, 2025, after plummeting to a five-month low due to concerns about an escalation in the US-China trade war. Brent rose to US$63.60 per barrel and WTI was at US$59.77, with market sentiment improving after signs that a meeting between Trump and Xi at APEC could ease tensions. This recovery was driven by expectations that the initial moves to ease tariffs and export restrictions might only be a bargaining chip, not a permanent escalation. However, analysts warned that this rebound does not yet indicate a fundamental change, and prices could come...
Silver prices surged to an all-time high today before stabilizing around $50.10 per ounce. This sharp surge was triggered by minor pressure in the London market due to dwindling physical supplies, while demand remains high from investors and industry. Positive sentiment also came from rising gold prices and concerns about US-China trade tensions, which prompted market participants to seek safe assets. Although silver's rally remains strong, analysts warn of the potential for a short-term correction after the rapid rise in recent days. As long as prices can hold above the psychological level...
Gold strengthened during the European session on Friday (October 10th) as safe-haven sentiment remained strong and expectations of a Fed interest rate cut pushed down real yields. A stable, weakening US dollar provided room for price increases, while central bank buying and hedging interest maintained a floor for demand. This increase was also supported by a technical recovery after the previous correction, with buyers reactivating at key support areas. Looking ahead, the market is focusing on comments from Fed officials and the release of inflation/employment data (depending on the impact...
Brent's price pressure at US$64/barrel is driven by two main factors: the Middle East risk premium has shrunk following progress in the Gaza ceasefire (the market is pricing in a reduced risk of supply disruptions), and US stockpiles have risen more than expected, signaling relatively loose supply. On the policy front, OPEC+ has only increased production marginally, not enough to offset concerns about a global surplus—thus, prices remain fragile at low levels. Furthermore, the overall picture remains somewhat bearish: the EIA projects an increase in global inventories and an average Brent...
Brent prices fell again on Friday (October 10th) as the Middle East risk premium faded after Israel and Hamas agreed to the initial phase of a ceasefire plan, dampening the geopolitical pressures that had previously boosted prices. Peace sentiment prompted market participants to reassess the supply disruption scenario from the region. Additional pressure came from US fundamentals: crude inventories rose by 3.7 million barrels last week, indicating tighter supply, although stocks remained slightly below the five-year average. The consecutive inventory increases, combined with the fading risk...