Gold and silver prices could face renewed pressure later this month as large institutional investors rebalance commodity indices, highlighting how technical flows can rival fundamentals in driving short-term price moves,
Gold tipped to reach $5,100 in 2026 as investors seek hedges and diversification
Gold prices could climb above $5,100 an ounce in 2026, according to analysts at RBC Capital Markets, who argue the metal’s role as a hedge and portfolio diversifier was further
The Great Silver Squeeze of 2026 has begun
A structural shock is hitting the global silver market
Bubble fears grow as silver prices soar
Gold and silver prices slid sharply as turbulence hit precious metal markets, with silver suffering its steepest one-day fall since the Covid pandemic.
Oil climbs to two-week high amid rising geopolitical tensions
Oil prices have climbed to their highest level in two weeks, supported by signs of robust US economic growth and renewed concerns over potential supply disruptions linked to Venezuela and
Gold, silver and platinum hit record highs as investors eye Santa Rally
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Gold and silver hit record highs amid Venezuela tensions and US rate-cut bets
Gold and silver hit fresh record highs on Monday, driven by rising geopolitical tensions off the coast of Venezuela and growing expectations of US interest rate cuts.
Oil on Track for Biggest Weekly Increase in Three Months
Oil is poised for its most significant weekly rise since October, fueled by the ongoing Red Sea crisis and China’s economic stimulus measures, potentially boosting demand.
Traffic in the Suez Canal plummets following Houthi assaults.
Tanker traffic in the Suez Canal has dropped to levels not seen since the Covid pandemic, as Houthi attacks disrupt oil and petrol deliveries.
Oil consumption is expected to halve this year, dealing a significant setback to both Putin & Saudi Arabia.
An official report indicates that this year will see a halving in oil demand, impacting both Vladimir Putin’s war-driven economy and Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil producer.
Oil Tankers Reroute Away from Red Sea Following Strikes in Yemen by US and UK
A growing number of tanker operators are avoiding the Red Sea, with several tankers altering their routes on Friday, as indicated by shipping data.
Oil extended its biggest weekly advance in two months
Oil prices continued their most significant weekly increase in two months, driven higher by new attacks in the Red Sea that led numerous ships to choose longer, safer routes.