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The latest commodities coverage from the TrustFinance editorial desk.
A covert 'shuttle' operation is moving more than 4 million barrels of oil per day through the Strait of Hormuz, providing a critical, under-the-radar supply line that is helping to stabilize global energy markets amid heightened regional conflict.
Natural gas prices are under significant pressure, approaching the key technical support level of $2.616. A host of bearish indicators suggest the downtrend may continue if this level is breached, according to chart analysis.
Oil futures extended gains after a strong week, with Brent crude nearing $90 a barrel as escalating conflict in the Middle East brought shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz to a near standstill.
US Soybean futures are approaching the critical 1,200 cents-per-bushel resistance level, a key Fibonacci retracement point, with technical indicators presenting a mixed outlook for bulls and bears.
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is consolidating between key support at $79.50 and resistance at $82.50. Technical indicators suggest declining momentum and a potential for a significant price move as the market awaits a clear directional catalyst.
Copper is approaching a significant three-month resistance level as its rally continues, but technical indicators suggest the market is becoming overbought, signaling the potential for a pullback or consolidation.
European natural gas benchmarks extended gains for a fourth consecutive session, driven by rising geopolitical risks in the Persian Gulf and historically low storage levels ahead of the winter heating season.
Bank of America's Michael Hartnett recommends a 'long gold' position after the precious metal saw its largest weekly fund inflow since January, calling it the best hedge against a weakening dollar and market instability.
A wet growing season has triggered a widespread fungal disease outbreak across Canada's prairies, forcing farmers into costly treatments and casting uncertainty over the quality and quantity of key export crops like wheat and canola.
