Articles by Rebecca Torres
Natural Gas Futures Slide as Supply Climbs, Demand Outlook Cools
U.S. natural gas prices fell sharply Friday, pressured by rising drilling activity and forecasts for milder weather that are expected to curb demand over the coming weeks.
Gold Nears $5,000 Milestone After Volatile Surge; U.S. Economic Data Looms
Gold prices surged nearly 4% on Friday, approaching $5,000 per ounce, as the CME raised margin requirements amid heightened volatility. Traders now await key U.S. jobs and inflation reports for direction.
Silver Recovers from Sharp Drop as CME Adjusts Margins Ahead of Key U.S. Data
Silver prices rebounded over 8% on Friday after briefly falling below $65, though the metal still posted a weekly loss exceeding 8%. The CME Group increased margin requirements for futures contracts.
ICBC A-Shares Dip as Bank Imposes Weekend Gold Trade Limits Amid Market Volatility
ICBC's A-shares fell 0.55% to 7.26 yuan after the bank capped weekend and holiday trades for its Ruyi Gold product. The move follows similar restrictions by major retailers as China's gold market turns speculative.
Chevron Shares Edge Higher Amid Oil Volatility, Insider Sale and Dividend Date
Chevron stock rose 0.9% to $180.86 Friday, underperforming the broader energy sector. The company's CTO sold 6,000 shares, while investors eye the upcoming Feb. 17 dividend record date.
Chevron Shares Edge Higher Amid Oil Volatility, Insider Sale and Dividend Date
Chevron stock rose 0.9% to $180.86 Friday, underperforming the broader energy sector. Investors are monitoring oil price swings, an executive's share sale, and the upcoming February 17 dividend record date.
Aramco Shares Edge Lower as Oil Prices and Geopolitics Drive Market Sentiment
Saudi Aramco shares closed slightly lower amid mixed signals from crude markets and ongoing geopolitical tensions, while the broader Saudi market posted modest gains.
Glencore Stock Holds Ground as Rio Tinto Merger Talks Collapse
Glencore shares stabilized after Rio Tinto withdrew from acquisition discussions. Investors now focus on potential asset sales ahead of the company's annual results.
Wilmar Shares Dip Amid Palm Oil Retreat; Key Data and Earnings Loom
Wilmar International shares declined 0.9% to S$3.44, tracking a broader Singapore market pullback. Investor focus shifts to upcoming Malaysian palm oil data and the company's full-year results.
Lynas Rare Earths Extends Losses Amid Broad Market Selloff
Lynas Rare Earths shares fell 3.2% to A$14.27, extending a two-day decline as the S&P/ASX 200 dropped 2.0%. Investors eye rare earths pricing and operational stability ahead of Monday's session.
PLS Shares Slide 10% Amid Lithium Price Drop, Interim Results Loom
PLS Group Limited shares fell sharply last week, closing at A$4.12, as lithium prices declined and broader market sentiment weakened. Investors await interim results scheduled for February 19.