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.

WTI explodes to $66 as Iran tensions boil – US Oil Outlook

WTI Oil Update: WTI surges past $60 as US-Iran tensions hit a boiling point. With 20% of global supply at risk in the Strait of Hormuz and reports of 30,000+ casualties in Iran, we analyze the War Risk-Premium and whether technicals support a run to $70 or more.

29-01-2026 16:10 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Japan Consumer Morale Improves. Gold Retreats from $5600 Highs, FTSE 100 Eyes Breakout

Asian tech stocks soar on AI hopes (Samsung triples profits). The US Dollar remains shaky despite the Fed's pause. Gold surges to a new record high above $5,500 as investors seek safety. European stocks recover, led by defence and energy. Technical analysis suggests the FTSE 100 is positioned for fresh highs.

29-01-2026 09:10 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold hits all-time high: Will FOMC's 'Hawkish Hold' trigger a profit-taking correction?

Gold hits an all-time high of $5,312.00 amid a parabolic rally fueled by a weak US Dollar and surging silver prices. This analysis explores the XAU/USD market's historic volatility ahead of the 2:00 PM EST FOMC decision, focusing on the risk of a profit-taking correction if Chair Powell strikes a 'Hawkish Hold' tone, especially with the Relative Strength Index (RSI) in 'overbought' territory (77.01).

28-01-2026 17:50 GMT by Moheb Hanna

Gold (XAU/USD), Silver (XAG/USD) Technical Outlook: Navigating the Current Climate as Gold Taps $5300/oz, Silver Eyes Wedge Breakout

January 2026 is historic for Gold (XAU/USD) and Silver (XAG/USD) as they smash records. Gold taps $5300/oz amid a "perfect storm" of safe-haven demand, a weaker US Dollar, and Federal Reserve rate cut expectations. This technical outlook discusses the drivers of the rally, key support/resistance levels, and potential trading opportunities, including a Gold entry point at $5190 and a Silver wedge breakout setup.

28-01-2026 13:43 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Gold pushes to pre-FOMC record, holding the Metals Market – XAU/USD and Metals Outlook

Metals Update: "New World Disorder" volatility hits. Gold holds solid above $5,000, but Silver ($117) and Platinum correct sharply. We analyze the post-TACO divergence and the twin hurdles ahead: Tomorrow's FOMC meeting and the tight Fed Chair race (Rieder vs. Warsh). Gold (XAU/USD), Silver (XAG/USD) and Copper (XCU/USD) Daily Charts and FOMC Scenarios

27-01-2026 20:38 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Silver 13% flash crash has not damaged its bullish trend

Silver (XAG/USD) remains in a strong bullish trend despite a sharp 13% flash crash. Prices continue to hold above the key US$99.39 ascending trendline support, while momentum indicators stay positive. Supported by a weaker US dollar and elevated geopolitical risk, Silver has emerged as the top-performing asset YTD, with technical signals pointing to further upside unless critical support breaks.

27-01-2026 12:02 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: EU/India Reach Trade Deal, Gold Holds Highs, Puma Soars 19%, FTSE 100 Eyes Further Gains

EU/India trade deal and significant corporate news, including Puma's 19% stock surge after Anta Sports' investment. Also featuring updates on precious metals, with gold near all-time highs due to US policy uncertainty, a rise in oil prices, and a technical analysis for the FTSE 100. Read about key geopolitical drivers and the week's economic calendar.

27-01-2026 11:00 GMT by Zain Vawda

Rumored BoJ intervention, latest on precious metals & week ahead

In today's episode, we join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart in discussing the latest in FX news, including a rumoured Bank of Japan intervention to prop up yen pricing and a fall in USD value. Otherwise, we also discuss precious metal markets and how a further risk premium is being priced in owing to geopolitical tensions.

26-01-2026 17:04 GMT by Christian Norman

FOMC Meeting Preview: Fed To Keep Rates on Hold, Implications for the DXY and Gold

Preview of the January 28, 2026 FOMC meeting. The Fed is expected to hold rates amid unusual economic data (high growth, slowing jobs). Analysis covers intense political pressure on Chair Powell, his potential May exit, and the market's expectation of a June "politicized pivot." Also explores the resulting DXY weakness, Euro and Pound strength, and Gold hitting record highs.

26-01-2026 16:05 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Gold Breaches $5100/oz, Yen Intervention Risks Grow, Dollar Slides. USD/JPY Test 100-Day MA

Gold soars past $5,100/oz, and other precious metals climb as global uncertainty drives safe-haven demand. The US Dollar slides to a four-month low on rumors of a US-Japan currency intervention, the first in 15 years, causing the Yen to surge. European and global stocks slip due to political tension, trade threats, and the upcoming Fed meeting. Oil prices jump on new Iran sanctions and US weather-related production halts.

26-01-2026 08:45 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold fast approaches on $5,000, GBP/USD at 3-month highs & the week ahead

In today's episode, TraderNick and host Jonny Hart discuss a further rise in precious metal pricing and an apparent wane in the trust and confidence in fiat currencies, especially in the case of the US dollar. Otherwise, we look at recent sterling performance, with GBP/USD rising to multi-month highs.

23-01-2026 18:04 GMT by Christian Norman

Platinum on pace to $3,000 – Will XPT/USD have a safe path to the milestone?

Platinum (XPT/USD) Technical Analysis: The rally intensifies as Gold nears $5,000 and Silver targets $100. However, Platinum steals the spotlight, up 200% since 2025 as late buyers chase "White Gold." We analyze the macro drivers and multi-timeframe technicals making XPT a trade of interest.

23-01-2026 15:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) eyeing $5,000 and beyond as bullish acceleration intact

Gold (XAU/USD) is extending a powerful bullish acceleration, surging to fresh all-time highs near US$4,970 and setting its sights on the US$5,000–5,150 zone. Escalating US–NATO tensions and a growing “sell America” narrative are driving safe-haven demand, while strong technical momentum and a breakout from a medium-term uptrend keep the near-term bias firmly bullish.

23-01-2026 05:53 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Gold rally hits $4,900: Why the January FOMC, geopolitics, and technical warnings mark a critical juncture?

Gold has surged past $4,800, driven by stagflation fears, geopolitical risk, and the anticipation of the Jan 27-28 FOMC meeting. While major banks forecast a path to $5,400, technical indicators (RSI/Stochastic) show negative divergence, warning that a short-term retracement is imminent before the next leg up.

22-01-2026 21:48 GMT by Moheb Hanna

Greenland tensions ease, but forecasts for Gold are still very optimistic

A cooling of political frictions tempers the safe-haven rally, yet investment banks still see strong upside potential for precious metals.

22-01-2026 17:01 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Natural gas explodes by 70% in four sessions: What's next?

Natural Gas Market Update and Technical Analysis: Prices explode +60% as a "perfect storm" hits. We analyze the disconnect from Oil and the driving forces: decade-low US output, severe winter weather, and surging AI power demand. Plus, how geopolitical tensions in Iran are adding fuel to the squeeze.

22-01-2026 16:06 GMT by Elior Manier

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

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