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 Today: Risk-Off sentiment supports the Dollar as US consumer sentiment data lies ahead

Global markets react to Middle East tensions, supporting a strong US Dollar amidst 'higher-for-longer' energy price expectations and potential US rate hikes. European and Asian indices are mixed, though oil prices cooled slightly. UK retail sales fell less than expected. Investors are focused on US consumer sentiment data, specifically inflation expectations, to gauge future Fed policy

27-03-2026 09:23 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) bearish trend resumes below $4,620 as stagflation and oil strength weigh

Gold (XAU/USD) remains under pressure after a sharp 15% drop and a short-lived rebound, with the latest bounce likely a dead cat bounce. Strength in WTI crude oil and rising stagflation risks are reinforcing downside momentum, as higher rates increase the opportunity cost of holding gold.

26-03-2026 08:16 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Latest on US-Iran, US dollar & UK CPI inflation remains at 3%

As ever, we join TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart in discussing the latest developments in the financial markets. On today’s agenda are recent developments in US-Iran peace talks, the US dollar, and the United Kingdom’s inflation report, which shows CPI remaining at 3%.

25-03-2026 17:07 GMT by Christian Norman

Global markets swing on US–Iran war headlines as risk-on rally falters – a cross analysis on S&P 500, US Dollar Index, AUD/USD, and WTI crude

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 remain volatile as conflicting US–Iran war headlines drive sharp reversals. The US Dollar Index stays supported, AUD/USD weakens, and WTI crude oil holds key support, signaling fragile sentiment and no confirmed risk-on trend.

25-03-2026 06:31 GMT by Kelvin Wong

The Metals space is as confused as traders are – Silver (XAG/USD) & Gold (XAU/USD) intraday outlook

XAU/USD, XAG/USD Outlook: Following a chaotic session of 10% swings, precious metals enter a slow consolidation phase amid inconsistent central bank fundamentals. As Silver ticks up 1% and Gold retreats from $4,400, markets await clear catalysts. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the commodities.

24-03-2026 19:22 GMT by Elior Manier

Is the war taking a new turn? – WTI Technical analysis

WTI (US) Oil update: The market trajectory shifts as President Trump signals resuming US-Iran negotiations, corroborated by diplomatic movements in Pakistan. However, the arrival of 4,500 US Marines and a 44% priced probability of an April ceasefire maintain uncertainty. Explore a multi-timeframe analysis of the commodity.

24-03-2026 14:28 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Oil surges as Iran denial sours market sentiment, Japan inflation near 4-year lows. FTSE eyes 10000 psychological level

Geopolitical tensions return after Iran denies US talks, sending oil up 4% and Asian markets tumbling. European shares eye a lower open as the dollar strengthens on safe-haven demand and diminished rate-cut hopes. Meanwhile, Japan's core inflation cools below the 2% target for the first time in four years.

24-03-2026 07:45 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Global liquidity squeeze, HSI sharply lower on Trump ultimatum & the week ahead

We join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart in today’s episode, recapping today’s Asia session after Trump’s ultimatum to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Otherwise, we also look ahead to this week’s trading, with particular focus on upcoming PMI and inflation data.

23-03-2026 16:47 GMT by Christian Norman

Crazy swings all across Markets as US-Iran talks pick up: Gold grazes $4,000, WTI to $90 – Market Check

Market Update: WTI drops 10% to ~ $90 and Brent falls below $100 as renewed US-Iran talks cool market tensions. Gold rebounds to the $4,400 momentum level following a severe 25% correction driven by inflation fears. Explore a detailed Market check of the latest flows and opportunities around all asset classes.

23-03-2026 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) recovers from 9% plunge, technical bias remains firmly bearish below $4,500/oz

Gold (XAU/USD) has plummeted to a four-month low, recording its worst week in 43 years, as macro factors, specifically the Federal Reserve's shift away from 2026 rate cuts dominate geopolitical influences. Technicals signal a severe bearish breakdown below the $4,500 support, compounded by persistent ETF outflows.

23-03-2026 14:44 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Market normality elusive, precious metals tumble & update on global oil markets

Join TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart in today’s episode, as we reflect on current tensions in the Middle East and how market normality seems increasingly elusive since 2020. We also discuss knock-on effects to monetary policy and, by extension, precious metal pricing.

20-03-2026 17:42 GMT by Christian Norman

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Metals dive lower from the global Hawkish repricings, Opportunity or Trap? – Silver (XAG/USD) and Gold (XAU/USD) Outlook

XAU/USD, XAG/USD Outlook –Metals Reversal: Gold and Silver face gigantic outflows as the US-Iran conflict drives oil-based inflation fears. With central banks shifting from rate cuts to hikes, traditional safe-haven demand has failed to materialize. Explore a Daily timeframe analysis of the commodities.

20-03-2026 14:32 GMT by Elior Manier

Crude Oil Price Forecast: Analyzing the bullish $150 case and bearish $95 threat

Analyzing the massive oil price rally triggered by escalating Middle East conflict and Iranian threats to major Gulf exporters. We detail the Hormuz risk, the economic fallout, and key technical levels. Is Brent heading to $150 or falling to $95? Get the full crude oil price forecast

19-03-2026 16:12 GMT by Zain Vawda

A look around Markets in a scary post-FOMC morning – Market Outlook

The March FOMC created a vacuum in Markets, pulling down Equity Indexes, Cryptos, Metals and general sentiment. Explore reactions from this morning's Post-FOMC Market bloodshed.

19-03-2026 14:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: European Gas futures soar 25%, Brent hits $119/barrel. Central bank pressure heats up as ECB meeting looms

Middle East tensions cause European markets to slide as gas and oil prices soar. Central banks like the ECB and BoE are now expected to implement rate hikes to combat energy-driven inflation, abandoning prior rate cut forecasts. The report also details FX market reactions and provides technical analysis on the FTSE 100.

19-03-2026 11:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Gold medium-term downtrend triggered as $4,960 support broke

Gold (XAU/USD) has entered a medium-term downtrend after breaking below the critical $4,960 support, as a hawkish Federal Reserve and rising 10-year US Treasury real yield weigh on sentiment. With rate cut expectations fading, downside risks persist unless gold reclaims key resistance levels.

19-03-2026 07:01 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Morning Market Check – Energy infrastructures attacked in Iran, Bank of Canada holds rates, & US PPI

Bank of Canada holds rates, WTI Crude Oil explodes higher and PPI marks yet another increase – Check out morning reactions and a few key charts ahead of today's FOMC event.

18-03-2026 14:28 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) price slides 3.3%. Is Gold offering a discount or facing freefall heading into FOMC?

Gold (XAU/USD) slides 2.3%, aggressively testing the $5,000 psychological support ahead of the FOMC meeting. Will a hawkish Fed trigger a freefall, or is this a discount opportunity?

18-03-2026 12:45 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: European shares rally as Oil retreats; All eyes on FOMC's 'hawkish hold'

European shares extend their recovery on easing oil prices and stronger global sentiment. The US dollar weakens, while other major currencies gain. Focus shifts to the upcoming FOMC meeting, where a 'hawkish hold' is anticipated, possibly adjusting 'Dot Plot' projections to zero rate cuts for 2026. Technical analysis suggests a downside tilt for the FTSE 100

18-03-2026 09:35 GMT by Zain Vawda

Head and Shoulders in WTI! Is the rally over for Crude Oil? Stock Markets Mixed ahead of FOMC

Crude Oil and Dow Jones update: The WTI rally faces exhaustion as the elimination of key Iranian figures signals a potential conflict turning point. WTI forms a Head and Shoulders pattern eyeing $85, while the Dow rejects its channel bound ahead of the FOMC. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

17-03-2026 19:16 GMT by Elior Manier

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