Commodities: all news & analysis

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Oil falls below $58 as Ukraine agrees to 19-point Peace Plan
Oil (WTI) has taken another hit, falling below the $58 mark, as reports confirm a revised 19-point Russia-Ukraine peace framework has been agreed upon by Kyiv. The agreement is a "living paper," but the imminent hope of a resolution has reduced supply route. Stuck in a downward sequence, we analyze the WTI charts to see how these major geopolitical fundamental swings are impacting price action.
by Elior Manier
Markets Today: Rate Cut Bets Surge, FTSE 100 Eyes Retest of 200-day MA, Geopolitics and US Retail Sales in Focus
Global stock markets rise on rate cut expectations from the Federal Reserve. Asian shares post modest gains, while European stocks are subdued ahead of key US economic data like producer inflation and retail sales. The report also covers a stable US dollar, falling oil prices, and rising gold prices on "dovish" Fed comments. Geopolitical developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and technical analysis for the FTSE 100 are also discussed.
by Zain Vawda
Markets Weekly Outlook - UK Budget in Focus as Global Equities Eye Recovery
A review of a volatile week in global markets where US equities recovered despite rate cut uncertainty. The US Dollar saw a strong week, but FX intervention fears grew around the Japanese Yen. The outlook for the week ahead focuses on the highly anticipated UK budget, key data releases from China and Japan, and a quiet US Thanksgiving week. Also includes a technical analysis of the US Dollar Index (DXY).
by Zain Vawda
Growing Oversupply in the Global Oil Market
Global oil supply pressures are rising as “oil on water” volumes surge, reflecting growing difficulty in placing crude on final markets. A significant share of the buildup comes from sanctioned barrels, especially Russian ones. New sanctions taking effect on November 21 may further increase floating oil volumes and deepen the emerging market surplus.
by Łukasz Zembik
Gold Price Forecast: Bullion settles at $4077 on mixed NFP data, Fed increasingly hawkish
At the time of writing, gold trades at $4070 per troy ounce, having erased gains made prior to the months-delayed September US Nonfarm Payrolls release. Relatively unchanged at -0.02% in today’s session, gold currently trades approximately 7.00% shy of all-time highs made in October, and remains on pace to secure a remarkable yearly gain of over 50% in 2025. What’s next for XAU/USD?
by Christian Norman
Markets Today: NFP in Focus as Rate Cut Bets Tumble, NVIDIA Earnings Boost Sentiment
Global markets rally on Nvidia's strong earnings, easing AI bubble fears. Asia and Europe see broad gains in tech and chip stocks. The US Dollar surges to a six-week high as hawkish Fed notes temper rate cut bets, pushing EUR, GBP, and JPY lower. Oil edges up on falling US supplies, but Gold is pressured. The focus now shifts to the long-delayed NFP report
by Zain Vawda
WTI Oil collapses 3% – Selloff as Ukraine-Russia war nears resolution
Reports of a potential year-end Russia-Ukraine war resolution have sparked immediate selling in Oil, with WTI dropping nearly $1.80 (3%) from its highs. News of renewed diplomatic talks and a potential Gaza-style peace plan is driving the move. We analyze the complex supply dynamics—will a resolution lead to reduced Russian supply or sustained selling? We dive into a multi-timeframe technical analysis of US Oil to spot key trading levels.
by Elior Manier
Markets Today: Bitcoin Slips Below $90000, Yen Eyes Recovery, Gold Hits 1-Week Lows as Markets Brace for US Data
Global markets slide as risk-off sentiment dominates ahead of major events: Nvidia's earnings and the crucial US jobs report. Asian and European stocks, especially tech and banking, fall on fears of an "AI bubble" and delayed US Federal Reserve rate cuts. Gold hits a 1-week low, Bitcoin dips, and the Japanese Yen gains as a safe-haven asset. Oil prices also drop.
by Zain Vawda
Gold (XAU/USD) Price Forecast: Triangle Formation Shows Trader Indecision – Will $4,000 Hold?
Precious metals faced intense volatility in the morning session, with gold failing to attract safe-haven inflows despite a sharp deterioration in risk sentiment. An unusual positive correlation between gold and equities is adding uncertainty to market behaviour, leaving traders unsure where capital is rotating during widespread outflows. After plunging nearly $150 overnight, mean-reversion is stepping in. Explore Gold levels and technical analysis.
by Elior Manier
Markets Today: China Industrial Output Hits 14-Month Lows as Wall Street Losses Spill Over into Asia, Europe
Global markets face a difficult session as Wall Street losses spill into Asia and Europe. Hawkish comments from Federal Reserve officials have dampened hopes for a December rate cut, while new data confirmed China's industrial output hit a 14-month low. Oil prices surged following a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian export hub. Gold is up, supported by a weaker US Dollar. Markets await key economic data from France and the Eurozone.
by Zain Vawda
Markets Today: Japanese Yen Hits 9-Month Lows, European Shares Higher, FTSE Eyes Pullback. US Government Shutdown in Focus
Asian stock markets rose on cooling US job data, increasing expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut. European stocks hit new highs, driven by optimism over the US government reopening. The Japanese Yen fell to a nine-month low, prompting verbal intervention. Oil prices dipped due to oversupply, while gold held steady as investors awaited the US House vote on the shutdown deal. The focus remains on delayed US economic data and the Fed's next move.
by Zain Vawda
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