Articles by Rebecca Torres
Oil Volatility Surges as Middle East Tensions and G7 Action Rattle Markets
Oil prices whipsawed on Monday, with Brent crude briefly surpassing $116 a barrel before retreating, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate gained over 3%. The volatility stems from escalating Middle East tensions and emergency G7 measures to stabilize markets.
Silver Climbs Above $70 Amid Geopolitical Tensions and German Coin Shift
Silver prices reclaimed the $70 level Monday, gaining 1% amid ongoing Middle East conflict and shifting rate expectations. Germany announced a significant reduction in silver content for its collector coins.
Gold Rebounds on Geopolitical Fears, Still Faces Worst Monthly Drop Since 2008
Gold prices advanced Monday as Middle East tensions fueled safe-haven buying, though the metal remains on track for its steepest monthly decline since the 2008 financial crisis.
Dollar Index Nears 10-Month Peak Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Inflation Fears
The U.S. dollar strengthened toward a 10-month high as Middle East tensions fueled demand for safe assets. Brent crude surged past $115, amplifying inflation concerns and complicating policy for Asian central banks.
Oil Surges on Middle East Escalation, Brent Eyes Steepest Monthly Gain Since 1988
Oil prices surged Monday with Brent crude approaching $116 a barrel, set for its largest monthly gain since 1988, as military hostilities in the Middle East intensified and threatened critical global shipping routes.
Oil Prices Surge as Hormuz Disruption Sparks Record Supply Shock
Brent crude surged past $112 a barrel as the International Energy Agency warned of a historic supply shock due to constrained Strait of Hormuz shipments. Traders are bracing for prolonged disruptions ahead of a key OPEC+ meeting.
Global LNG Disruptions Propel U.S. Natural Gas Prices Above $3
U.S. Henry Hub natural gas futures gained over 3% to hold above $3, supported by supply outages at major LNG facilities in Australia and critically low gas storage levels in Europe.
Silver Eyes $70 as Geopolitics, Fed Outlook, and Jobs Data Collide
Silver prices are challenging the $70 per ounce level, influenced by safe-haven demand from Middle East tensions and evolving U.S. monetary policy expectations. The upcoming nonfarm payrolls report and remarks from Fed Chair Powell are critical near-term catalysts.
Gold's Rally Faces Crucial Test from Jobs Data, Oil, and Geopolitics
Gold prices rebounded sharply Friday but confront a challenging week ahead with key U.S. employment figures, elevated oil prices, and critical geopolitical negotiations threatening the rally.
Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Oil Volatility, Brent Holds Above $112
Oil prices remained elevated with Brent crude settling at $112.57 and WTI at $99.64, driven by supply risks from the Strait of Hormuz. India flagged economic headwinds while Egypt implemented fuel rationing measures.
Global LNG Squeeze Widens Price Gap, U.S. Exports Surge
U.S. natural gas futures climbed over 2% this week, but prices remain far below European and Asian benchmarks as robust LNG export demand and international supply shocks strain global markets.