Articles by Rebecca Torres
Natural Gas Futures Plunge on Milder Weather Outlook; Expand Energy Shares Drop After CEO Departure
U.S. natural gas prices tumbled over 8% to a three-week low as forecasts of warmer temperatures threatened heating demand. Separately, leading producer Expand Energy's stock fell sharply after its CEO announced an exit.
Silver Soars on Dollar Weakness as Traders Eye Key U.S. Data
Silver prices surged over 8% Monday as the dollar declined, with traders awaiting delayed U.S. employment and inflation reports later this week.
Gold Surges Past $5,000 as Dollar Weakens Ahead of Key U.S. Economic Data
Gold prices advanced nearly 2% to $5,056 an ounce, supported by a softer U.S. dollar and sustained central bank purchases. Traders await delayed U.S. employment and inflation figures for clues on Federal Reserve policy.
Natural Gas Futures Plunge 8% on Warmer Mid-February Forecast
U.S. natural gas futures tumbled roughly 8% to $3.14/mmBtu as updated weather projections signaled above-average temperatures for mid-February, reducing heating demand.
Silver Soars 5.8% Amid Dollar Retreat, Traders Eye Key U.S. Data
Silver prices surged nearly 6% to $82.49 an ounce as the dollar weakened, with traders focused on upcoming U.S. jobs and inflation reports that could influence Federal Reserve policy.
Chevron Gains as Tengiz Output Rebounds and Middle East Tensions Lift Crude
Chevron shares advanced 0.7% as production at its key Tengiz field in Kazakhstan recovered to about 60% capacity, with full output targeted by Feb. 23. Oil prices rose over 1% after a U.S. shipping advisory warned vessels away from Iranian waters near the Strait of Hormuz.
Gold Surges Past $5,000 Amid Dollar Weakness, Focus Turns to U.S. Economic Data
Gold prices rallied over 2% on Monday, reclaiming the $5,000 level as the U.S. dollar softened. Traders are awaiting key U.S. jobs and inflation reports later this week for further direction.
Exxon Nears $150 Amid Oil Market Volatility, LNG Project Milestone
Exxon Mobil shares approach $150 as crude prices react to geopolitical talks and supply shifts. The company's Golden Pass LNG terminal is set for first production in early March.
Warmer Forecasts Pressure Natural Gas Futures, Energy Stocks Dip
U.S. natural gas futures tumbled over 6% Monday as milder weather projections reduced heating demand expectations. Key producers like EQT traded lower ahead of Thursday's storage data.
Silver rallies past $81 as dollar weakness fuels rebound; key U.S. data ahead
Silver prices surged above $81 per ounce Monday, driven by a softer U.S. dollar and speculative activity, with traders eyeing upcoming inflation and jobs reports.
Gold Surges Past $5,000 as Dollar Weakens Ahead of Key U.S. Economic Data
Gold prices rebounded strongly, climbing above $5,000 per ounce as the U.S. dollar declined. Traders are focusing on upcoming inflation and employment reports for clues on Federal Reserve rate cuts.
B2Gold Gains in Premarket as Gold Approaches $5,000, Q4 Report Awaited
B2Gold shares advanced 1.2% to $5.12 in premarket activity Monday, supported by rising gold prices nearing $5,000 per ounce. Investors are focused on the company's fourth-quarter results and 2026 outlook, scheduled for release after the market closes on February 18.