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 (XAG/USD) prices continued their gains for the second straight session, trading around $33.10 per troy ounce during Asian trading hours on Tuesday (06/05). Prices of precious metals, including Silver, rose as President Donald Trump's new tariff threats spurred demand for safe-haven assets. President Trump announced plans to direct the U.S. Trade Representative and the Commerce Department to begin imposing 100% tariffs on films produced overseas. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold continued to rise in Europe on Tuesday (06/05) for the second straight day, as geopolitical tensions around the world continued to support investor demand for safe-haven assets. In the Middle East, Israel is increasingly preparing its ground offensive in the Gaza Strip with the aim of fully controlling the territory. In the United States (US), pressure is increasing on US President Donald Trump and his administration to finally announce the first trade deal. Trump and his cabinet have been very vocal about an imminent deal, with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick saying that the...
Silver prices rose more than 1% on Tuesday (06/05), as President Donald Trump's new tariff threats spurred demand for safe-haven assets. President Trump announced plans to direct the U.S. Trade Representative and the Commerce Department to begin imposing 100% tariffs on foreign-produced films. On Monday, he also stated that he intends to impose pharmaceutical tariffs within the next two weeks. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold (XAU/USD) prices rose during the Asian session on Tuesday (06/05). Despite signs of easing US-China trade tensions, investors remain cautious following US President Donald Trump's erratic trade policies. In addition, persistent geopolitical risks stemming from the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war and conflicts in the Middle East have boosted demand for the safe haven precious metal. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver (XAG/USD) prices halted a four-day decline. The precious metal regained ground as ongoing uncertainty surrounding US-China trade talks fueled safe-haven demand.China's Commerce Ministry said on Friday it was considering a proposal from the United States (US) to resume trade talks. This came after US President Donald Trump said negotiations were ongoing, although he clarified that no talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping were scheduled for this week.Until this news was released, the price of Silver was at the level of $ 32,434 Source: Newsmaker.id