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Gold and oil markets react to geopolitical tensions and Fed expectations
Global commodity markets are experiencing volatility driven by Middle East tensions and expectations regarding Federal Reserve monetary policy. Brent crude oil prices have approached $110 per barrel, fueled by geopolitical risks in the Red Sea and reported threats to Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure. Houthi forces have claimed responsibility for attacks using ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones against Saudi Arabia.
Gold prices have declined for four consecutive trading days, with spot gold trading near $4,124 per ounce. This downward trend is attributed to rising oil prices stoking inflation concerns, which in turn increases the likelihood of sustained high interest rates. Additionally, a stabilizing US dollar index has limited demand for the precious metal.
Market participants are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting on October 27-28. While economists largely expect rates to remain steady in October, CME FedWatch data indicates a 16% probability of a rate hike during the October meeting and a 90% probability of a hike in December.
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Brent crude · Brent crude oil · CME FedWatch · China · Donald Trump · Federal Reserve · France · Goldman Sachs · Houthi · Houthis · Kevin Warsh · Middle East
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- [● 5 SOURCES] US consumer prices rose 0.6% in September, contributing to inflation concerns. captainaltcoin.com · tecnologia-informatica.com · claudiograss.ch · www.gold-eagle.com · www.sadanews.ps
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Central banks purchased an estimated 79 tonnes of gold in August, significantly higher than the pre-2022 monthly average of 17 tonnes. investinglive.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] China was the largest identifiable buyer of gold in August, with an estimated 25 tonnes purchased. investinglive.com
- [● 13 SOURCES] The Federal Reserve is scheduled to hold its next interest rate meeting on October 27 and 28, 2026. www.equitypandit.com · www.citybuzz.co · tecnologia-informatica.com · www.businesstimes.com.sg · www.crypto-finance.com · +7 more
- [● 8 SOURCES] Spot gold was trading around $4,126 to $4,137 per ounce during recent sessions. www.equitypandit.com · www.businesstimes.com.sg · www.crypto-finance.com · captainaltcoin.com · www.sadanews.ps · +2 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] Gold prices experienced a decline for three consecutive sessions as of October 20, 2026. www.elbalad.news
- [● 3 SOURCES] The US 10-year Treasury yield has been trading near the 5.1% level. www.crypto-finance.com · captainaltcoin.com · www.investingcube.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] Brent crude oil prices rose near a five-month high, exceeding $109 per barrel, due to Middle East tensions. www.equitypandit.com · www.thearabianstories.com · www.sadanews.ps · www.elbalad.news · fr.businessam.be
- [○ 1 SOURCE] In Batman, gram gold was trading at 6,485 TL for purchase and 6,685 TL for sale on October 20, 2026. batmanrehbergazetesi.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] President Donald Trump decided to temporarily suspend certain sanctions and tariffs on Russia. www.kibrisgercek.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] Brent crude oil prices approached $110 per barrel due to Middle East tensions. www.borsagundem.com.tr · enerjihaber.com · www.tigrishaber.com · sondakikakibris.com · www.equitypandit.com · +1 more
- [● 3 SOURCES] Spot gold prices fell to approximately $4,121 per ounce. www.borsagundem.com.tr · www.korkusuz.com.tr · www.bursatv.com.tr