Commodities Analysis & Opinion

Demand for natural gas in Europe is falling, and a peak in LNG prices is on the horizon. Warmer-than-expected winter, and increased supply diversification favor price declines as well. As a result,...

US natural gas prices jumped this morning as a major shale driller announced production cuts for the year. In metals, aluminium surged on speculation the White House is planning fresh sanctions on...

On analysis of the movements of the gold futures since the last weekly closing on Feb.16, I find a lack of enthusiasm among the bulls, as the limited trading range on Monday confirms the persistence...

Crude oil prices started the week lower, but a bullish breakout is still possible given recent positive trends. Traders will watch China's return, Nvidia's earnings, and Thursday's PMI data for oil...

It’s been a rough go for natural gas prices.Even with elevated inflation numbers, natural gas is still in crash mode. Today’s Natural Gas chart highlights the crash in prices. Natty has...

After analysis of the movements by the gold futures since Feb. 2, 2024, I find that the big bears finally attacked on Feb. 13, 2024.This fall was evident enough to keep the trend downward for a long...

Oil prices closed marginally lower yesterday. However, gasoil cracks remain firm, suggesting a tight middle distillate market. Natural gas prices came under pressure on the back of forecasts for...

Gold has been trading in a narrow range so far this year amid a lack of clarity surrounding the timing of the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy easing cycle. Higher borrowing costs are typically...

Crude oil starts the week on a subdued note after recent volatility tied to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Middle East tensions continue to influence oil prices significantly, overshadowing other...

The oil market rallied as hopes of a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas fadeEnergy - Oil Rallies as Hopes of a Cease-Fire DisappearOil markets rallied yesterday with ICE Brent settling a little more...

As Brent crude oil breaks the $80 mark, a complex blend of geopolitical tensions and supply dynamics sends shockwaves through the global energy market. In the midst of escalating tensions in the...

Crude oil prices remain rangebound. However, refinery margins continue to strengthen driven by tightness in middle distillates. Gasoline has also played a role in this strength, with cracks rising on...

Gold, after making new highs in December, appears to be pausing before aiming for new highs in 2024. Geopolitical conflicts and historical trends suggest a favorable period for gold prices between...

Can pigs fly? Perhaps they can, but with US stock markets soaring and wage pressures intensifying, it’s very hard to see the Fed engaging in aggressive rate cuts. The current action of the...