A Traders' Playbook: Brent Crude, S&P 500, Gold and Key Event Risks in the Week Ahead
Markets open the week in a measured risk off tone, with volatility concentrated in oil. Analysis of Brent crude, S&P 500, gold, FX flows and key macro events including US payrolls and RBA expectations.
US–Iran Tensions Trigger Oil Spike as Brent Crude Tests Breakout Levels
Rising US–Iran war risks send Brent and WTI crude sharply higher. Explore Hormuz disruption risks, inflation implications, gold upside, and global market impact.
BHP Surges to Record High as 1H26 Earnings Beat Drives Copper-Led Re-Rating
BHP shares jump 7.7% to record highs after a strong 1H26 earnings beat, upgraded copper guidance, and earlier Vicuna cash flow boost outlook.
Gold Outlook: Price Stalled at $5,100, Focus on Geopolitics and Tariff Updates
Gold trades in a high range near $5,100 as easing inflation, geopolitical risks and central bank buying support prices, while strong US jobs cap gains.
Gold & Silver Sell-Off As Blockbuster Metals Rally Unwinds
Gold has slumped back under $5,000/oz, while silver has fallen beneath $100/oz, as the metals rally unwinds having run 'too far, too fast'
Gold Breaks $5,000/oz As Bull Run Continues
Gold's bull run rolls on, with spot breaking above $5,000/oz for the first time as the trading week gets underway, amid lingering geopolitical risk, and a broader 'sell America' trade gathering pace
Copper Rebounds: A Strategic Asset Beyond Gold and Silver
With tightening supply and rapidly growing demand from renewable energy and AI data centers, copper’s upside potential is becoming increasingly clear. Amid concentrated long positions in gold and silver, copper may emerge as a structural growth asset worth watching beyond precious metals.
Markets Move On From Greenland; What Might Come Next?
Trump’s latest tariff threat follows the familiar ‘escalate to de-escalate’ playbook. As trade war fears fade, markets refocus on fundamentals that continue to favour risk assets, USD strength, and precious metals.
When Will Gold Reach $5,000? Three Key Factors to Watch
In just three weeks of 2026, gold has consecutively broken through $4,700 and $4,800, setting new record highs. Market attention focuses on when gold will test $5,000, with safe-haven demand, institutional uncertainty, and rate-cut expectations as the main drivers.
Gold Outlook: $4,700 in Sight, Volatility on the Rise
Gold hits new all-time highs as geopolitical tensions and Fed personnel uncertainty boost safe-haven demand. Short-term price bias remains upward, but crowded longs, TACO risk, and policy developments could amplify volatility.
Metals Continue To Run Higher Amid Myriad Bullish Catalysts
Metals are surging to record highs as fiscal risk, geopolitics, momentum, and supply tightness fuel a powerful, broad-based bull run.
Venezuela after the capture of Nicolás Maduro: implications for oil, emerging markets and the global order
Recent developments in Venezuela have brought the country back into focus for global financial markets, raising critical questions around oil supply, emerging market risk premia and geopolitical stability in Latin America. While the immediate effects on crude prices appear contained, the episode adds a new layer of uncertainty that may influence capital flows, investor sentiment and long-term market expectations. This report explores the potential scenarios ahead and their implications for oil markets, Venezuela and the global order.
How to Trade Gold in 2026: A Higher Price Anchor Under Structural Support
Gold Outlook for 2026: Ongoing central bank buying, shifts in the dollar and interest rates, geopolitics, and ETF flows continue to underpin prices. The price anchor is likely to move higher—while rational and flexible positioning remains key.
Crude Oil Hits New Lows: Oversupply Pressure Keeps Short-Term Gains Out of Reach
Oil continues to fall, with Brent dropping below $60 and WTI hitting 2021 lows. Global oversupply, weak demand, and easing geopolitical risks weigh on prices, keeping the short-term market outlook clearly bearish.
Gold Price Outlook: XAUUSD Bulls Regain Control With All-Time Highs In Play
Gold looks set to finish 2025 strongly as buyers regain control. With XAUUSD pressing key resistance near $4350 and CPI risk ahead, traders assess the outlook for new all-time highs and Fed policy implications.
Gold Outlook: Volatility Rises as US Data and Central Banks Take Spotlight
Supported by a weaker dollar, continued central bank buying, and geopolitical risks, gold surged past $4,300, though hawkish Fed voices capped short-term gains. This week’s US jobs and CPI releases, along with global central bank rate decisions, could amplify year-end gold volatility, making risk management critical for traders.
Silver Continues To Shine As Bulls Remain In Control
Silver’s break to new all-time highs above $60/oz reflects a persistent supply squeeze, elevated lease rates, and robust ETF inflows. Looking forward, focus remains on the sustainability of the move and key levels to watch into year-end.
Gold Outlook: $4,250 Resistance Tests Ahead of Volatile FOMC Week
Gold consolidates at highs, facing strong $4,250 resistance. FOMC dot plot, Powell’s comments, and global central bank policy divergences may steer year-end market moves.