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Oil Prices Rise 2% as Israel Escalates Lebanon Incursion
Oil prices rise over 2% as Israel escalates military incursion into Lebanon, raising supply concerns. WTI at $89.53, Brent at $93.05.
EU May Freeze Russian Oil Price Cap Amid Mideast Conflict
The European Union may freeze its price cap on Russian oil due to the Middle East conflict. The current cap is $44.10 per barrel, with alternatives including a $60 G7-aligned limit.
US strikes engine of ship violating Iran blockade
U.S. Central Command fired a Hellfire missile into the engine room of a vessel violating the Iran blockade.
WHO chief urges community role in Congo Ebola fight
WHO chief Tedros calls on communities to lead Ebola response in Congo, urges more international funding.
Flesh-Eating Fly Found 31 Miles from US Border
Flesh-eating screwworm found 31 miles from US border. USDA warns of $1.8 billion damage risk to Texas economy.
Putin: Too Early to Judge Drone Incident
Putin questions origin of drone that fell in Romania, suggests it might be Ukrainian; NATO warns of defending every inch of allied territory.
Gold's weakness: Buying opportunity?
Gold's recent weakness may present a buying opportunity. Yardeni Research expects support levels to hold.
US-Iran War: How Close to an End?
US and Iran close to a deal on ceasefire, Hormuz strait, nuclear program, sanctions. Read the latest on Bond.az.
Oil Prices Drop Over 1% on US-Iran Ceasefire Reports
Oil prices fell over 1% on Friday amid reports of a potential US-Iran ceasefire deal. Brent crude dropped to $92.67, WTI to $87.64. Traders eye Strait of Hormuz reopening.
Gold Steadies on Iran-US Talks, Inflation Concerns
Gold steadies as US-Iran ceasefire talks progress and inflation worries persist. Get the latest market analysis on Bond.az.
Russian drone hits block of flats in Galati, two injured
A Russian drone struck a residential building in Galati, Romania, injuring two people during an attack on Ukraine.
Illegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold
Greenpeace study reveals billions in illegal Amazon gold mining despite Brazil crackdown, with ghost permits enabling fraud.
US, Mexico launch trade talks on auto rules
US and Mexico launch formal trade talks on automotive content rules, tariffs, and USMCA modification.
Oil climbs 2% on US strike on Iran site
Oil prices surged about 2% after US strikes on Iranian military site. Brent crude trades near $96 per barrel.
Oil Prices Jump 2% After US Strikes Iran Again
Oil prices jumped 2% after US strikes on Iran. Brent crude at $96.03, WTI at $90.36 amid ongoing tensions.
US strikes new Iran military site
US military strikes new Iran military site and drones amid ongoing conflict and peace talks.
US SPR oil shipped to California for first time
For the first time, U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve oil has been shipped to California amid disrupted Middle East supplies due to the Iran war.
Oil Pulls Back on Iran-US Talks Uncertainty
Oil prices fell as traders weighed Iran-US talks uncertainty. Brent crude dropped to $98.16.
BOJ's Ueda Warns Energy Shock May Persist
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda warns that temporary energy shocks can become persistent if they affect wages and expectations.
Oil prices fall amid US-Iran talks and Hormuz deal hopes
Oil prices fall amid US-Iran negotiations and Hormuz deal prospects. Get the latest insights from Bond.az.
Uzbekistan Resumes Gold Exports After Halt
Uzbekistan resumed gold exports after a six-month halt. The country exported $1.5 billion in gold in the first four months of 2026.
Gold Outlook: UBS Medium-Term View
Gold prices have slumped recently, but UBS sees a medium-term rebound. Read the analysis from Bond.az.
UBS cuts palladium price target on surplus outlook
UBS lowered its palladium price forecast to $1,400 per ounce, expecting a surplus in 2026 after years of deficits.
Critical minerals: a warning
Western governments' investment in critical minerals risks oversupply, echoing past commodity gluts. Learn from history.
Quad foreign ministers meet in New Delhi
Quad foreign ministers meet in New Delhi to discuss security, critical minerals, and Indo-Pacific cooperation amid geopolitical tensions.
Gold Dips on US-Iran Strikes, Peace Hopes Fade
Gold prices dip on fresh US-Iran strikes, dampening peace hopes. Dollar steadies, oil rebounds. Spot gold falls 0.8%.
Oil Prices Rise on Fresh US-Iran Strikes
Oil prices rose Tuesday after fresh US strikes on Iran, offsetting Hormuz deal hopes. Brent up nearly 2%.
US forces strike in southern Iran in self-defense
U.S. forces conducted self-defense strikes in southern Iran, according to Fox News citing a military spokesperson.
US strikes Iranian boats, missile sites
U.S. military strikes Iranian boats and missile launch sites in southern Iran in defensive actions, CENTCOM says.
Oil prices drop 6% on Hormuz news
U.S. crude futures drop 6% after report of potential reopening of Strait of Hormuz.
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Gold has long been considered a safe-haven asset during periods of economic uncertainty and market volatility. Investors often turn to gold and silver when inflation rises, geopolitical tensions increase or financial markets become unstable. Commodity traders closely follow central bank policies, interest rate decisions and global economic indicators that influence precious metal prices.
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