Commodities: all news & analysis

Explore our extensive commodities news, which unveils critical insights into price movements, trends, and expert forecasts in the raw materials market. By examining price actions and understanding the factors influencing commodity values, understand current market dynamics. This page is designed to boost your research on historical trends, identify seasonal patterns, and sharpen your trading strategies across sectors such as energy, metals, and agriculture. Equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to enhance your understanding of the commodities landscape and elevate your trading decisions.

Why silver prices in the US and China have diverged so sharply

Silver prices have recently diverged sharply, with Shanghai trading about USD 10 per ounce above the US. The gap reflects structural differences between paper-driven Western markets and physically focused Chinese markets, strong local demand in China, and limited arbitrage. This premium signals tightening conditions in the physical silver market.

22-01-2026 11:52 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

US Markets fall as Greenland tensions flare – Stock Markets closed for MLK Day

Dow Jones, Gold and US Dollar Technical Levels – MLK Day Market Update: Global markets sell off US assets as Trump renews Greenland threats and targets EU partners with tariffs. With no US-EU leadership meeting at Davos, US Futures and the Dollar slide while Gold and Silver gap to fresh all-time highs. We analyze the chaotic week start.

19-01-2026 17:35 GMT by Elior Manier

Impact on US-EU tensions: Risk-off, US dollar subdued, heightened demand for Gold and Silver

Escalating US–EU tensions over Greenland and fresh US tariff threats against NATO allies have sparked a global risk-off move. Asian equities and US index futures slid, while the US dollar weakened as safe-haven flows rotated into precious metals. Gold and silver surged to new record highs, reinforcing their role as geopolitical hedges amid rising policy and trade uncertainty.

19-01-2026 09:40 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Geopolitics themes continue, Bank of Japan & the week ahead

In the last episode of week 3, TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart discuss the ongoing geopolitical themes at play within financial markets, as well as recent yen weakness and policy from the Bank of Japan.

16-01-2026 18:03 GMT by Christian Norman

WTI Crude Oil: Short-term bearish outlook vs. Long-term bullish reversal potential

WTI Crude Oil faces a short-term neutral-to-bearish outlook, testing moving average support after failing to hold $60.00. However, the price is anchored in a critical monthly Fibonacci support zone, with an oversold Stochastic and a 15-year Managed Money short extreme in the COT report suggesting strong potential for a long-term bullish reversal.

16-01-2026 04:28 GMT by Moheb Hanna

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Metals correct: Is the uptrend over? Silver (XAG/USD), Gold (XAU/USD) and Copper (XCU/USD) Outlook

Metals Market High Timeframe Review: While fundamentals (Dedollarization/AI) remain bullish, the Long Metals trade is crowded. We analyze the impact of technical changes and high-timeframe signals. Gold (XAU/USD), Silver (XAG/USD) and Copper (XCU/USD) Weekly Charts and Scenarios

15-01-2026 19:57 GMT by Elior Manier

WTI Oil sinks as Iran tensions abate – Where to look now?

WTI Oil Analysis: Crude rejects $62 to finish lower as Gulf leaders talk down US intervention threats. Yet, with Iranian revolts intensifying and a 30% chance of attack still priced in, the risk premium remains. We analyze the technical targets for WTI pending the emergency UN Security Council meeting.

15-01-2026 15:34 GMT by Elior Manier

The Iran Risk Premium: WTI Hits $62 as Revolts Continue – US Oil Outlook

WTI Oil Update: Geopolitics drives volatility as Iran revolts add a massive risk premium. We analyze the threat to the Strait of Hormuz and China's supply, drawing parallels to the "12-Day War" and 1979. With traders positioning for a spike, we dive into the multi-timeframe technicals.

14-01-2026 15:49 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart Alert: Silver (XAG/USD) resumes accelerated uptrend, US$90.90 upside trigger to watch

Silver (XAG/USD) has resumed a powerful uptrend, surging to fresh record highs above US$91 after erasing its early-January correction. Supported by rising geopolitical risk, softer US inflation, and expectations of extended Fed rate cuts, bullish momentum remains intact. A sustained break above the US$90.90 resistance could trigger further upside toward the mid- to high-US$90s, with the long-term secular uptrend firmly in place.

14-01-2026 11:04 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Chart Alert: Gold (XAU/USD) on the brink of bullish acceleration, US$4,780 next

Gold (XAU/USD) has broken into price discovery after a shallow pullback, surging above its previous all-time high as bullish momentum accelerates. Supported by softer US labour data, easing inflation pressures, rising geopolitical risks, and capped US real yields, gold’s uptrend remains intact. Technically, a hold above US$4,512 keeps the path open toward US$4,720 and the US$4,780 Fibonacci extension zone.

14-01-2026 06:26 GMT by Kelvin Wong

CPI Mid-Session Outlook: Surprising Flows as Silver Explodes While Stocks Drop

Mid-Session Market Outlook: Traders look past cool inflation data as geopolitical risks seize control. We analyze the Dollar's V-shaped recovery and Silver's explosive divergence amidst a massive short squeeze. With Oil climbing on Iran intervention fears and stocks selling the news, we break down the shift.

13-01-2026 17:15 GMT by Elior Manier

US CPI Releases As Expected (+0.3% vs 0.3% exp) – Market Reactions

CPI Data releases as Expected: Inflation aligns with forecasts as Headline CPI hits 0.3% m/m and Core cools to 2.6% y/y. We analyze the market relief despite lingering distrust following the firing of the BLS Head and the recent government shutdown. Plus, technical reactions for the Dollar, Dow, and Gold.

13-01-2026 13:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets digest US NFP, further geopolitical tensions and Powell investigation

Join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. MarketPulse is an award-winning news site that delivers round-the-clock commentary on a wide range of asset classes, as well as in-depth insights into the major economic trends and events that impact the markets.

12-01-2026 17:59 GMT by Christian Norman

Fed Chair Powell is Under Attack – Silver (XAG/USD) and Gold (XAU/USD) Fresh All-Time Highs

Gold (XAU/USD) and SIlver (XAG/USD) Analysis: Fed Independence Crisis, the Trump Administration strikes again with a DOJ investigation into Chair Powell. This "political masquerade" has crushed the Dollar and ignited a massive Metals rally. With Gold and Silver hitting new extremes, we analyze the structural shift away from US assets.

12-01-2026 17:00 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Safe Havens Benefit on Trump-Fed Feud, Silver Gains 5% as Gold Breaches $4600/oz. What Comes Next?

The escalating political clash between President Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is causing significant market jitters. Fears over the Fed's independence are driving a sharp drop in the US dollar and a tumble in European and US stock futures. Conversely, safe-haven assets are surging, with gold breaking $4,600/oz and silver jumping over 5% to a new all-time high. Markets are focused on developments in this spat for near-term direction.

12-01-2026 10:20 GMT by Zain Vawda

No Decision on Tariffs today – Gold (XAU/USD) and Palladium (XPD/USD)Rally

Metals Market Update: The Supreme Court delays its tariff ruling to Jan 19th, triggering a relief rally. Gold breaks $4,500 and Silver nears $80, but the "crowded" long trade poses risks. We analyze the Bull/Bear tariff scenarios and intraday technicals for Gold (XAU) and Palladium (XPD).

09-01-2026 17:09 GMT by Elior Manier

What are the Five Currency Pairs to Watch in March and Why?

US NFP & Unemployment report, Federal Reserve 'pause & wait'

Join Nick Syiek (TraderNick) and podcast host Jonny Hart as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. MarketPulse is an award-winning news site that delivers round-the-clock commentary on a wide range of asset classes, as well as in-depth insights into the major economic trends and events that impact the markets.

09-01-2026 15:11 GMT by Christian Norman

Why venezuela’s political transition has left oil markets largely unmoved

Oil markets have largely ignored Venezuela’s political transition, as structural constraints prevent any rapid increase in supply. Production capacity is limited, infrastructure is degraded, and investment economics remain unattractive at current prices. While Venezuela’s vast reserves may matter in the 2030s if prices rise and politics stabilize, they pose little risk to global oil balances in the near term.

09-01-2026 14:45 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

US Non-Farm Payrolls at + 50K (small) miss, Market Reactions – Get ready for Supreme Court Tariffs Decision!

US Jobs Report Update: NFP small miss at +50K, yet the Unemployment Rate drops to 4.4% with sticky wages (3.8% Y/Y). We analyze the counterintuitive market reaction—Dollar down, Gold up—and why this reduces odds of a January Fed cut ahead of the 10:00 AM Supreme Court ruling.

09-01-2026 13:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart Alert: Silver (XAG/USD) intraday rally is fast approaching key resistance

Silver (XAG/USD) has staged a sharp intraday rebound after a steep sell-off, but technical signals suggest the rally may be corrective rather than the start of a new uptrend. With prices nearing the key US$79.86 resistance ahead of US non-farm payrolls, failure to break higher could trigger another down leg toward US$74 and US$70 in the first step.

09-01-2026 10:32 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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