Global Commodity Market Wrap-Up

Global commodity markets traded mixed last week as investors weighed escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East against expectations for the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook. Concerns over potential energy supply disruptions supported oil prices, while caution ahead of upcoming U.S. economic data and Fed policy signals kept broader market sentiment restrained. Gold declined 2.23%, silver fell 6.38%, zinc lost 2.54%, while copper gained 0.35% and lead advanced 0.65%, reflecting mixed demand across commodity markets.

Energy commodities delivered a mixed performance last week as geopolitical developments dominated market sentiment. Natural gas declined 0.66% amid expectations of milder weather and softer seasonal demand. Crude oil rallied 14.63% after escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran raised concerns over potential disruptions to oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, U.S. sugar slipped 0.34% on balanced supply conditions. Investors remain focused on Middle East developments, OPEC+ production policy, and global energy demand trends for further market direction.

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