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AI Chip Stocks Pause for Holiday, Nvidia Earnings Loom
Trading in artificial intelligence equities is on hold for the Presidents Day holiday, following a mixed session that saw Applied Materials surge on a strong forecast while Nvidia declined. Investor attention now turns to Nvidia's upcoming quarterly results and U.S. GDP data.
Oil Prices Gain Amid Iran Talks, OPEC+ Supply Pause
Oil prices edged higher Monday, supported by geopolitical tensions ahead of U.S.-Iran talks and a planned OPEC+ production pause. Brent crude rose 0.6% to $68.16, while WTI gained to $63.32.
Lithium Prices Steady as Market Awaits Post-Holiday Direction
Lithium carbonate prices in China remained unchanged at 145,000 yuan per tonne, marking a fourth consecutive session of stability. Market attention shifts to post-holiday trading and upcoming producer earnings for demand signals.
Natural Gas Futures Slide Toward $3 as Warm Weather Forecasts Pressure Market
U.S. natural gas futures dropped sharply Monday, pushing the March contract toward $3 per MMBtu amid mild weather forecasts and a smaller-than-expected storage withdrawal. The United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) ended Friday at $12.44.
Oil Hovers Near $68 Amid Geopolitical Tensions and OPEC+ Supply Outlook
Brent crude futures edged higher, holding near $68 per barrel as traders monitored U.S.-Iran negotiations and the prospect of OPEC+ increasing output in April. Thin liquidity amplified market sensitivity to geopolitical headlines.
Oil Edges Higher Amid Geopolitical Tensions and OPEC+ Supply Outlook
Oil prices advanced slightly on Monday, with Brent crude approaching $68 per barrel. Market activity was subdued due to U.S. and Asian holidays, while attention turned to upcoming geopolitical talks and producer group meetings.
FTSE 100 Rises on NatWest Buyback; Mid-Caps Slump on Deal Fallout
The FTSE 100 advanced 0.3% to 10,473.69, buoyed by banking and defence shares. The FTSE 250 declined 0.2%, pressured by steep losses in Pinewood Technologies and SkinBioTherapeutics.
Gold Retreats Under $5,000 Amid Dollar Strength, Holiday Liquidity Squeeze
Spot gold declined over 1% to $4,976.37 an ounce, slipping below the key $5,000 level. The drop was attributed to a stronger U.S. dollar and significantly reduced trading volumes due to holiday closures in major markets.
Norwegian Cruise Orders Three New Ships, Stock Drops on Capex Concerns
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has placed an order for three new ships with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for delivery in 2036 and 2037, triggering a 7.6% stock decline amid investor concerns over future capital expenditures.