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Oil Prices Surge Again: Brent Crude Near $100, WTI Jumps as Hormuz Stays Shut

Oil Prices Surge Again: Brent Crude Near $100, WTI Jumps as Hormuz Stays Shut

Brent crude rose 8% to $99.38 after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would remain shut and tanker attacks in Iraqi waters deepened supply fears. The International Energy Agency expects global supply to fall by 8 million barrels a day in March, calling it the biggest disruption on record. U.S. gasoline inventories fell 3.7 million barrels last week as drivers rushed to fill up. TotalEnergies reported a 15% output loss after shutdowns in the UAE, Qatar, and Iraq.
12 March 2026
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Gold Price Today Climbs Above $5,220 as Dollar Softens, Oil Slumps Ahead of U.S. CPI

Gold Price Today Climbs Above $5,220 as Dollar Softens, Oil Slumps Ahead of U.S. CPI

Spot gold jumped 1.7% to $5,222.74 an ounce Tuesday as oil prices plunged over 10% and the dollar slipped, easing inflation fears. Brent crude fell $10.45 to $88.51 a barrel after President Trump signaled possible de-escalation in the Middle East. U.S. inflation data due Wednesday could shift rate expectations again. In Dubai, gold traded at a discount to London amid flight disruptions and weak demand.
10 March 2026
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Rio Tinto plc Drawn Into Hormuz Supply Shock as Amrun Bauxite Cargo Turns Toward China

Rio Tinto plc Drawn Into Hormuz Supply Shock as Amrun Bauxite Cargo Turns Toward China

A Rio Tinto bauxite shipment from Australia diverted to China after a blockage in the Strait of Hormuz, shipping data showed, as aluminium prices hit a four-year high. Aluminium Bahrain halted shipments and declared force majeure, while Norsk Hydro said Qatalum in Qatar was shutting down. Gulf smelters have little alumina in reserve, raising supply concerns. The direct financial impact on Rio Tinto remains unclear.
9 March 2026
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Silver Price Today: Why Silver Slipped to $84 as Dollar Surge and Oil Shock Rattle Markets

Silver Price Today: Why Silver Slipped to $84 as Dollar Surge and Oil Shock Rattle Markets

Spot silver fell 0.3% to $84.07 an ounce Monday after earlier losses of over 5%, as oil surged to $119.50 a barrel amid escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. Investors rushed to cash and the dollar strengthened, pushing back expectations for a U.S. rate cut to September or October. European and Asian markets also braced for more rate hikes as inflation fears mounted.
9 March 2026
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Heating Oil price today: ULSD futures jump near 10% as Strait of Hormuz fears bite

Heating Oil price today: ULSD futures jump near 10% as Strait of Hormuz fears bite

U.S. April heating oil futures surged 9.8% to $3.6163 a gallon Thursday, hitting a 52-week high as supply risks and Middle East tensions rattled markets. Brent crude rose to $84.32 a barrel and U.S. WTI to $79.06. Average U.S. retail diesel prices climbed to $4.04 per gallon. Distillate inventories remain about 3% below the five-year average, EIA data showed.
5 March 2026
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Gas prices jump again: RBOB gasoline futures spike 6% as Iran conflict tightens supply

Gas prices jump again: RBOB gasoline futures spike 6% as Iran conflict tightens supply

NYMEX RBOB gasoline futures jumped 6% to $2.67 a gallon Thursday amid supply fears tied to the Iran conflict. AAA reported the U.S. average pump price rose nearly 27 cents in a week to $3.25. Oil and diesel prices also climbed as traders tracked shipping and output risks in the Gulf. U.S. gasoline inventories fell by 1.7 million barrels last week, while crude stocks increased.
5 March 2026
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Lithium price whipsaws again as China futures slide; Albemarle stock rises on asset sale, debt tender

Lithium price whipsaws again as China futures slide; Albemarle stock rises on asset sale, debt tender

Albemarle shares rose 3.3% to $170.23 after closing an asset sale and launching a debt tender. China’s lithium carbonate futures swung sharply, trading between 146,000 and 155,700 yuan a ton after a 13% drop Tuesday. Traders are watching for China policy signals and Albemarle’s March 12 bond redemption. Lithium prices remain volatile after surging 130% in 2025.
4 March 2026
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Crude Oil Prices Steady Near 2025 Highs as Strait of Hormuz Disruption Keeps Brent, WTI Volatile

Crude Oil Prices Steady Near 2025 Highs as Strait of Hormuz Disruption Keeps Brent, WTI Volatile

Oil prices eased after earlier gains, with Brent at $81.13 and U.S. crude at $74.30 by late morning Wednesday. The market reacted to possible U.S.-Iran talks and ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Qatar declared force majeure on gas exports, while Russia prepared to boost crude shipments to India. U.S. crude inventories rose by 3.5 million barrels last week.
4 March 2026
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Brent crude price jumps again as Hormuz shipping risks deepen; traders eye Washington moves

Brent crude price jumps again as Hormuz shipping risks deepen; traders eye Washington moves

Brent crude futures jumped 6% to $82.38 a barrel Tuesday as Middle East turmoil disrupted shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Iraq has cut oil production by nearly 1.5 million barrels per day, with deeper losses possible. Standard Chartered raised its 2026 Brent forecast, citing supply risks. The U.S. is weighing measures to stabilize prices, including tanker insurance support.
3 March 2026
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Natural gas price forecast: Iran strikes sharpen focus on Strait of Hormuz ahead of Monday open

Natural gas price forecast: Iran strikes sharpen focus on Strait of Hormuz ahead of Monday open

U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend heightened concerns about LNG tanker routes through the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Greece to warn its ships away from the area. EU gas storage stood at just 30.09% full on Feb. 27. European TTF gas closed Friday at €32.43/MWh, up 1.69%, while U.S. Henry Hub settled at $2.859/mmBtu, up 1.06%. Traders expect renewed risk premiums when markets reopen Monday.
28 February 2026
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Brent oil price jumps past $72 as U.S.-Iran nuclear talks jolt crude traders

Brent oil price jumps past $72 as U.S.-Iran nuclear talks jolt crude traders

Brent crude rose 1.7% to $70.85 a barrel after early losses, as traders watched U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva for signs of escalation or a deal. U.S. crude inventories jumped by 16 million barrels, but prices held firm on geopolitical risk. OPEC+ will meet March 1 to consider an April output increase. Saudi Arabia is preparing to boost exports if Middle East supplies are disrupted.
26 February 2026
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Glencore stock price slips in London as cobalt-stockpile focus cools

Glencore stock price slips in London as cobalt-stockpile focus cools

Glencore shares fell 1.8% to 524.8 pence in early London trade Thursday, reversing part of Wednesday’s gains. The drop follows news of a $115 million cobalt purchase from Rami Weisfisch for U.S. stockpiles, as cobalt prices surged on Congo export curbs. Copper prices dipped 0.23% on the LME, with inventories at a 13-month high. Glencore’s next shareholder vote is set for May 28, with a Q1 production report due April 30.
26 February 2026
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Silver price today slides after tariff shake-up; SLV drops as traders eye Iran talks, U.S. PPI

Silver price today slides after tariff shake-up; SLV drops as traders eye Iran talks, U.S. PPI

Spot silver fell 1.2% to $87.21 an ounce in New York Tuesday after hitting a two-week high, as traders took profits and the dollar strengthened. The drop followed the U.S. move to impose a 10% global import tariff, with the White House aiming to raise it to 15%. Spot gold slipped 1.4% to $5,158.24. The iShares Silver Trust ETF closed at $79.08, down from $80.57.
24 February 2026
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Natural gas slips under $3 to a four-month low as forecasts warm — what it means for UNG

Natural gas slips under $3 to a four-month low as forecasts warm — what it means for UNG

NYMEX March natural gas fell 0.9% to $2.958/mmBtu Tuesday, set for its lowest close since October 16. Milder weather forecasts and steady U.S. output weighed on prices, even as LNG feedgas flows held near record highs. Traders now await Thursday’s U.S. storage report. The United States Natural Gas Fund ETF dropped 1.7% to $11.55 in early trading.
24 February 2026
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Oil price today: Brent slips but holds near six-month high as U.S.-Iran talks, tariffs loom

Oil price today: Brent slips but holds near six-month high as U.S.-Iran talks, tariffs loom

Brent crude fell 37 cents to $71.39 a barrel and WTI dropped 27 cents to $66.21 by midday Monday, both near six-month highs. U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and new U.S. tariffs kept risk premiums elevated. Global stocks slipped and gold rose after President Trump announced a temporary 15% global tariff. Goldman Sachs raised its Q4 2026 oil forecast, citing low inventories but warned of downside risks if sanctions ease.
23 February 2026
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BHP share price climbs again: copper-led results, dividend dates and iron ore risks drive the next move

BHP share price climbs again: copper-led results, dividend dates and iron ore risks drive the next move

BHP shares closed up 1.9% at A$53.28 on Thursday after reporting a half-year profit beat, with copper now making up 51% of underlying EBITDA. RBC raised its target price to A$55 but kept a neutral rating, citing high capex and weaker iron ore outlook. BHP set an interim dividend at 73 cents a share. Traders are watching copper prices, China signals, and the dividend timetable ahead of the next session.
19 February 2026
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Glencore share price rises on $2 billion payout plan as Congo copper deal grabs attention

Glencore share price rises on $2 billion payout plan as Congo copper deal grabs attention

Glencore shares rose about 3% in early London trade after announcing a $2 billion shareholder payout and full-year results. The board proposed a $0.17-per-share cash distribution in two tranches, pending a May 28 AGM vote. Glencore also finalized a land-access deal for its Congo copper mine, aiming to extend its life into the 2040s. Adjusted EBITDA fell 6% to $13.51 billion, beating analyst expectations.
18 February 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Tech Sector Fuels Nasdaq and S&P 500 Toward Eight-Day Winning Runs
    April 10, 2026, 1:13 PM EDT. Stocks closed mixed after a week of gains in Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500, each eyeing their best streak since August 2024. The Dow Jones fell sharply, reflecting uneven market sentiment. Consumer confidence plunged to a record low 47.6, raising inflation concerns amid global tensions over Iran. Semiconductor giant Broadcom rose 5.3% to $373.85, hitting post-earnings highs, while steelmaker Nucor saw a 1.9% jump to $187.37 on a higher price target and heavy options trading. Datadog, hindered by fears of AI-driven obsolescence dubbed the "SaaSpocalypse," slipped nearly 6%, down 25.5% year-to-date. Investors face a split market backdrop as tech firms push indexes higher despite economic uncertainty.

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UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Climbs as Traders Eye Fragile Iran Ceasefire

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Climbs as Traders Eye Fragile Iran Ceasefire

10 April 2026
London’s FTSE 100 rose 0.38% to 10,644.28 late Friday morning as investors awaited U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan. Brent crude climbed 1% to $96.83 a barrel, while sterling eased but was on track for its biggest weekly gain since January. The FTSE 250 gained 0.79%. Britain’s 10-year gilt yield stood at 4.807%.
US Stock Market Today: CPI, Oil and Iran Truce Set the Tone Before the Open

US Stock Market Today: CPI, Oil and Iran Truce Set the Tone Before the Open

10 April 2026
Dow e-minis slipped 0.15% before Friday’s open, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures each down 0.08% as traders awaited March CPI data and watched U.S.-Iran tensions. Economists expect headline CPI to rise 0.9% for March and 3.3% year-on-year. Weekly jobless claims increased to 219,000. Brent crude traded near $97 a barrel, while shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remained well below normal.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

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10 April 2026
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MARA Holdings Stock Rises Even After Target Cut as Bitcoin Miner Leans Harder Into AI

MARA Holdings Stock Rises Even After Target Cut as Bitcoin Miner Leans Harder Into AI

9 April 2026
MARA Holdings shares rose 1.7% to $9.67 Thursday despite Cantor Fitzgerald cutting its price target to $10. The company recently sold 15,133 bitcoin for $1.1 billion and agreed to repurchase $1 billion in convertible notes at a discount. MARA is expanding into AI and cloud infrastructure, but fourth-quarter revenue fell 6% and it posted a $1.7 billion net loss.
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