Natural gas prices experienced a significant decline of 5.74%, concluding at Rs 254.3, reflecting the overall downturn in energy markets following a temporary ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, which alleviated supply apprehensions. The agreement, which encompasses the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, has alleviated concerns regarding potential disruptions, thereby exerting downward pressure on Read More
Gold prices increased by 0.99% to close at Rs 1,51,776, as markets recalibrated their views on geopolitical risks following U.S. President Donald Trump’s indication of a temporary de-escalation by consenting to a two-week pause in military action against Iran. The action alleviated short-term pressures and created opportunities for dialogue, thereby bolstering bullion. Simultaneously, apprehensions regarding Read More
Aluminium prices experienced an upward movement, increasing by 1.44% to close at Rs 355.65, driven by heightened supply concerns in the wake of Iranian strikes on significant producers in the Middle East. Damage to facilities operated by Emirates Global Aluminium and Aluminium Bahrain has led to disruptions in output, while partial shutdowns have exacerbated supply Read More
Natural gas prices experienced a significant decline of 3.24%, closing at Rs 265.4, influenced by a reduction in geopolitical tensions that affected market sentiment. Donald Trump indicated that the United States might withdraw from the Iran conflict in the coming weeks, leading to heightened anticipation that disturbances in the Strait of Hormuz could progressively diminish. Read More
Copper prices experienced a modest increase, closing up 1.01% at Rs 1,150.4, as market participants drew some optimism from the prospect of alleviating geopolitical tensions. Sentiment showed signs of improvement following Donald Trump’s extension of the deadline for potential action against Iran, thereby providing additional time for negotiations. Although this offered temporary respite, the overall Read More
Gold prices experienced a significant increase, closing up 3.33% at Rs 147,255, largely attributed to the reduction in geopolitical tensions following Donald Trump’s postponement of potential military action against Iran and the extension of the negotiation deadline to April 6. The transient alleviation in the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with constrained oil flow interruptions, bolstered Read More
Copper increased by 0.15% to close at Rs 1199.1, buoyed by a resurgence in buying interest as traders in mainland China resumed activities following the extended Lunar New Year holiday. Nonetheless, gains were limited due to renewed trade uncertainty following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to invalidate President Trump’s emergency tariffs, which led him to Read More
Natural gas increased by 2.17% to close at Rs 282.2, buoyed by near-record levels of LNG export flows and revised forecasts indicating colder weather and heightened heating demand in the forthcoming two weeks. In February, the average flows to eight U.S. LNG export facilities reached 18.6 bcfd, nearing the record levels observed in December, thereby Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a modest increase yesterday, closing up 0.35% at Rs 317.6, bolstered by supply-side apprehensions following China’s attainment of the government-mandated production capacity limit. Despite a significant increase of 29.2% in inventories at Shanghai Futures Exchange warehouses compared to the previous week, the downside appears constrained as overarching global fundamentals indicate a persistent Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a slight decline yesterday, with the benchmark closing down 0.5% at Rs 5,422. This movement can be attributed to the recent easing of civil unrest in Iran, which has diminished the likelihood of a U.S. military response that might have threatened the stability of Middle Eastern supply chains. Decreased geopolitical risk Read More
Natural gas prices concluded the trading session at Rs 280.4, reflecting a decline of 0.95%, influenced by storage data that suggests a more relaxed balance between supply and demand. U.S. gas inventories experienced a decline of 71 bcf in the most recent week, falling short of market expectations which anticipated a draw of 90 bcf. Read More
