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.

Markets steady with ceasefire talks in the balance, Warsh confirmation hearing

In today's episode, Nick and Jonny discuss a relative calm in the markets as US-Iran ceasefire negotiations hang in the balance, as well as dissecting Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing and potential implications for US monetary policy.

22-04-2026 16:55 GMT by Christian Norman

A new era for the Fed? Looking back on Kevin Warsh's US Senate hearing & Market reactions

Market reactions: Wall Street frowns as incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signals a structural hawkish shift during his Senate confirmation hearing. With Warsh advocating for an end to forward guidance and a heavy reduction of the Fed's balance sheet, US equities—led by a Dow Jones pullback—took a decisive hit. Combined with the looming April 22 US-Iran ceasefire deadline, explore how stocks, the US Dollar, Oil, and precious metals reacted to the end of the easy money era.

21-04-2026 19:35 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Bullish flag formation in Copper (XCU/USD) as 2nd US-Iran peace talks loom

Copper (XCU/USD) remains supported after a 17% rally from March lows, driven by improving risk sentiment amid US–Iran ceasefire optimism. Price action is consolidating in a bullish flag pattern, suggesting potential continuation higher. A breakout above 6.0680 may trigger further upside toward 6.29, while downside risks remain if key support at 5.8790 fails. Strong global manufacturing activity continues to underpin demand, reinforcing copper’s constructive outlook.

21-04-2026 10:07 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Metals in focus with Ceasefire uncertainty – Silver (XAG/USD) & Gold (XAU/USD) intraday outlook

XAU/USD, XAG/USD Outlook: Traditional safe havens face an identity crisis as the April 22 US-Iran ceasefire deadline approaches without a finalized deal. While Gold could explode higher if peace talks collapse and oil remains contained below the $100 mark, industrial-leaning metals like Silver face heavy downside risks at their current relative highs. Explore an intraday technical analysis of XAG/USD and XAU/USD to navigate this binary environment.

20-04-2026 19:12 GMT by Elior Manier

Oil prices rise as Middle East tensions reignite, Warsh to testify in senate

Join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart in discussing the market latest, including updates from the Persian Gulf as tensions flare, and a look ahead to this week's trading, including a testimony from Kevin Warsh on Tuesday.

20-04-2026 16:00 GMT by Christian Norman

Markets Today: Oil surges 6% as sentiment sours, Nikkei rises. US-Iran developments in focus

Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran are roiling global markets, with oil prices surging and risk assets dropping. The US dollar strengthened on safe-haven bids as the ceasefire narrative crumbled. The outlook hinges on upcoming negotiations, a key Fed appointment, and US Retail Sales data. Expect a defensive DXY in the 98.00–98.50 range.

20-04-2026 10:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

WTI crude price tumbles to $81, S&P 500 reaches new highs & USD falls

We join TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart in discussing the latest developments in financial markets. Today, we discuss a sudden fall in crude oil prices, US equities challenging new highs, and look ahead to next week's trading, including key releases from Canada, the US, the UK & New Zealand.

17-04-2026 16:42 GMT by Christian Norman

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) potential bullish breakout above $4,900

Gold (XAU/USD) is poised for a potential breakout above $4,900 as improving macro conditions support bullish momentum. A softer US dollar, rising Fed rate cut expectations, and falling real yields are creating a favourable backdrop. After lagging equities, gold may stage a catch-up rally, with technical signals pointing to further upside toward $5,100 if resistance is cleared.

17-04-2026 06:09 GMT by Kelvin Wong

WTI and Brent Oil bounce with US-Iran news still awaited – What's next? Intraday Analysis

WTI and Brent Oil update: Energy markets navigate complex supply dynamics as the ongoing pricing of a US-Iran peace deal fuels a frantic equity rally. While stock markets surge, crude oil faces a massive disconnect between real-world physical demand and futures pricing, marked by steep backwardation and regional supply shortages in Asia. Explore an intraday technical analysis of WTI and Brent, outlining scenarios for potential breakouts or breakdowns.

16-04-2026 19:35 GMT by Elior Manier

Latest on earnings season, Persian gulf & guest appearance from FTMO performance coach Nelly Novotná

Join us in today’s episode, where we discuss the latest on the Middle East and the current US Earnings Season, as well as welcoming a guest appearance from FTMO performance coach Nelly Novotná, covering a variety of trading psychology topics.

15-04-2026 17:04 GMT by Christian Norman

Silver (XAG/USD) at a Crossroads: Bullish breakout meets overbought momentum

Silver (XAG/USD) is attempting a sustained breakout above a multi-month bearish trendline, marking a significant technical milestone. The short-term bias is bullish with $80.00 as the next target. However, overbought momentum suggests caution and patience for a pullback to $75.00 may be warranted.

14-04-2026 06:24 GMT by Zain Vawda

WTI (Oil) drops back below $100 after US-Iran talks set to resume – Oil Dynamics and Intraday Analysis

WTI (US) Oil update: Energy markets experience a violent whip-saw as WTI gaps to $105 following stalled weekend talks, only to plunge back to $98 on news of resuming US-Iran negotiations this Thursday. With prices now stuck in a tight $96–$104 range, explore an intraday technical analysis of potential breakout levels for the commodity.

13-04-2026 20:00 GMT by Elior Manier

The war premium vs. The yield premium: Which force will seize control and drive Gold’s next move?

Gold (XAU/USD) is locked in a tight range as geopolitical risk from US-Iran tensions conflicts with the macro headwind of a hawkish Fed and strong US Dollar. This analysis details key support/resistance levels and argues that Gold's next major move depends entirely on the outcome of the Iran conflict

13-04-2026 17:58 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Markets Today: Crude surges 8%, DXY jumps as US naval blockade targets Iranian oil exports

The "Fear Trade" returns as US-Iran peace talks collapse, leading to President Trump ordering a full naval blockade of all Iranian ports. This aggressive escalation sends geopolitical risk soaring, causing Crude prices to surge 7-8% and triggering a widespread "risk-off" sell-off across European equity markets, with the STOXX 600 plunging.

13-04-2026 08:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Metals are lost in translation; Risk-assets or Safe-Haven? – Silver (XAG/USD), Gold (XAU/USD) & Copper (XCU/USD) Outlook

Commodities Market update: The traditional safe-haven status of metals is put to the test as Gold, Silver, and Copper trace confusing price action through the Greenland Crisis and US-Iran conflict. With precious metals rebounding on ceasefire rumors rather than escalating fears, historic market correlations are breaking down. Explore a Daily timeframe technical analysis to see if technicals can untangle the future of XAU/USD, XAG/USD, and XCU/USD.

10-04-2026 19:36 GMT by Elior Manier

Trump pressures Iran as Islamabad talks aim to secure lasting Middle East truce

President Donald Trump increases pressure on Iran ahead of direct talks in Islamabad, while the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and renewed fighting in Lebanon threaten a fragile Middle East ceasefire.

10-04-2026 18:40 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Markets Weekly Outlook - Markets brace for US-Iran talks amid post-ceasefire surge

The trading week saw a dramatic shift in geopolitical sentiment as US-Iran ceasefire talks unwound the 'fear trade'. Oil tumbled 15%, gold's premium eroded, and US equities posted their longest winning streak since October 2025. This weekly outlook explores market momentum, key central bank decisions (RBNZ, RBA, ECB), and how the upcoming talks will set the tone for the week ahead.

10-04-2026 18:40 GMT by Zain Vawda

NBP expands gold reserves and moves closer to the global Top 10

The NBP increased its gold reserves in March 2026 by about 13 tons, taking advantage of a sharp price correction. Total holdings rose to around 580 tons. Despite a lower valuation due to falling prices, the central bank continues its strategy of accumulation and is now just over 30 tons away from entering the global top 10 in gold reserves.

10-04-2026 12:29 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Oil just doesn't want to correct with persistent Ceasefire uncertainty – WTI Technical analysis

WTI Oil Update: Crude Oil remains on edge as initial relief from a two-week US-Iran ceasefire quickly fades. After a sharp gap lower from $118 to $92, WTI Crude is grinding back above the critical $100 level amid conflicting diplomatic narratives and headline-driven volatility. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the commodity as traders navigate a fragile geopolitical landscape.

09-04-2026 14:55 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Reality check hits markets as ceasefire fragility weighs, US PCE data in focus

The initial euphoria over the US-Iran ceasefire is replaced by caution as reports of potential breaches and Strait of Hormuz concerns cause European equities to retreat. Brent crude claws back ground to $97/bbl, suggesting an inflationary surge is "baked into" upcoming data and keeping two ECB rate hikes priced in.

09-04-2026 09:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

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