Oil holds gain as Middle East and Russia strikes threaten supply

2026-10-15T03:04:16.000Z
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Gold is nearing key support around US$4,000 an ounce, a level that held in September before softer US inflation and jobs data fuelled a rally.

Gold slumps as faster US inflation stokes Fed rate hike wagers

2026-10-15T00:31:31.000Z
Although gold is typically seen as a hedge against inflation, higher interest rates tend to diminish the appeal of non-yielding bullion to investors.

Gold holds firm ahead of US inflation data

2026-10-14T05:36:51.000Z
West Texas Intermediate advanced towards US$95 a barrel; Brent declined to close below US$106 on Oct 13.

Oil rises as Middle East attacks increase uncertainty over flows

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Coal output has also been constrained in key suppliers, China and Indonesia.

Asia’s coal appetite endures as winter looms and supply tightens; Iran war boosts outlook

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Oil has risen more than 70% in 2026 so far as the US war on Iran roils energy markets.

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Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar’s S$6.1 million purchase comes as the iron ore producer expands its presence in Malaysia’s rare earths industry.

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Higher rates are typically a headwind for the non-yielding precious metal.

Gold edges down as traders monitor oil prices, Fed rate outlook

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