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Safe-haven demand intensifies as US-Iran conflict extends - Gold, WTI Crude, Nikkei 225, AUD/USD short-term outlook

Safe-haven demand surges as the US-Iran conflict escalates, lifting gold above $5,360 and driving WTI crude past key $70 resistance. Equity markets slide while the US dollar firms. Gold’s uptrend holds above $5,238, oil confirms a major breakout, and the Nikkei 225 risks a deeper correction. AUD/USD remains supported above 0.7020 amid strong commodity tailwinds.

02-03-2026 05:52 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Middle east tensions, US PPI hotter than expected & week ahead

To end this week's trading, join TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart in discussing the latest headlines in financial markets. In today's episode, we discuss the latest in Fed monetary policy expectations amid an imminent change in the chairmanship and an apparent uptick in PPI inflation. Otherwise, we look at current tensions between the US & Iran, the impact on financial markets, and look ahead to next week.

27-02-2026 17:00 GMT by Christian Norman