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Brent crude hits 114.27 as Hormuz tensions rise. A close above 110.00 is required to confirm the bullish trend toward the 120.00 resistance zone.
Natural gas faces a persistent $3.00 ceiling as seasonal demand remains absent. Traders should look for exhaustion near the 50-day EMA to play the downside.
Brent crude jumped 4.9% to $113.56 as stalled US-Iran peace talks keep supply risks elevated. Traders are weighing OPEC+ production hikes against transit fears.
The market is underpricing Mideast blockade risks, treating diplomatic headlines as a permanent fix. Watch for a crude oil price reversal as reality bites.
Indian cotton prices hit two-year highs after a 4% single-day jump. Rising export demand from China and Vietnam is testing downstream fabric manufacturing.
Silver is forming a triangle pattern on weekly charts, signaling a potential breakout toward the $121 all-time high. Watch for volume-backed confirmation.
US crude exports reached 5.2 million barrels per day in April. This shift in global energy sourcing creates new volatility for domestic inventory and pricing.
Strait of Hormuz closures are driving a refining windfall for VLO. Monitor crack spreads and domestic inventory data to gauge the sustainability of the rally.
Brent crude holds near $109 as US military escort plans for the Strait of Hormuz face skepticism and Iranian threats. Traders are watching for escalation.
The RBI is considering reviving 2013-era dollar deposit schemes as the rupee hits a record 95.33 low. Cumulative 2026 outflows have reached $20.6 billion.
OPEC+ output decisions and Iran-related geopolitical risks create a volatile outlook for crude. Monitor supply quotas and shipping security for price shifts.
Used EV sales rose 28% in March as gas prices hit $4.446. With Tesla leading in volume, legacy automakers like Ford face both demand shifts and policy risk.
Turkey's inflation surge to 32.37% and Middle East security risks signal potential oil shocks. Monitor energy premiums as aviation capacity recovers at DXB.
As the U.S. launches 'Project Freedom' to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, analysts warn that Brent crude at $125 remains a key recession trigger.
Rebalancing is a defense against cyclical extremes. By trimming gold and shifting to hybrid funds, investors can avoid chasing returns and maintain focus.
Oil prices are stabilizing as a new security plan for the Strait of Hormuz eases fears of a total supply blockade. Traders are now watching for execution risks.
California gas prices hit $6.101 per gallon as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, pressuring aviation firms like Frontier and Avelo to seek relief.
Maritana Minerals reports high-grade gold intercepts of 126.93 g/t at Burbanks. The data supports an updated mineral resource estimate due in the June CY26 quarter.
The rupee hit 94.95 as Brent oil prices near $108 per barrel, pressuring India's import bill. Watch for FII flow shifts and Strait of Hormuz developments.
Spirit Airlines' collapse highlights the lethal impact of $4.13/gallon jet fuel. With $2.5B in relief sought by peers, the sector faces a liquidity reckoning.
Jindal Steel's 2.6 MnT volume beat highlights sector divergence, as margin pressure persists despite growth. Monitor FII trends and capex sustainability.
Great Boulder Resources is acquiring the 481koz Peak Hill gold project to pursue a capital-light production model using Westgold's regional processing mills.
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A 4.8 mbpd supply deficit is forcing global demand destruction. As prices rise, expect a 2.3 mbpd demand drop in April 2026, impacting downstream margins.
The US naval blockade is forcing Iran to shut in oil wells as storage hits capacity. Expect supply volatility as the regime's export revenue collapses.
GameStop bids $56B for eBay as a tanker attack near Fujairah heightens Strait of Hormuz risks. Meanwhile, Anthropic eyes a $1.5B Wall Street venture.
Crude oil prices retreat as U.S. intervention in the Strait of Hormuz eases supply fears. The move impacts regional energy costs and Indian market sentiment.
U.S. attempts to clear the Strait of Hormuz face a diplomatic stalemate as oil prices hold near $107. Watch for the effectiveness of the U.S. ship-clearing plan.
Forrestania Resources adds 185,700 ounces via the Karonie acquisition and upgrades the Ada Ann deposit to 18,160 ounces, signaling a regional growth strategy.
Crude oil prices face volatility as the U.S. launches Project Freedom to clear the Strait of Hormuz. Traders are weighing military intervention against supply.