Commodities (Crude Oil & Copper) & Macro Outlook

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the agency's governing board will hold a meeting on October 15. The IEA has recommended member states that have not fully delivered on their committed reserve releases to accelerate the pace of remaining stockpile releases, with priority given to d

According to Barron's, on October 9, the Trump administration announced it was easing sanctions on Russian diesel imports and revealed Russia had pledged to supply 300,000 tonnes (2 million barrels) of diesel to the U.S. market immediately. However, the American Automobile Association (AAA)

The dollar-won exchange rate fell to 1,338.5 won on October 8 at 3:30 p.m. in Seoul trading, down 1.9 won from the previous day. The decline was driven by exporter dollar sales in South Korea despite firm dollar conditions in European markets. This marked the first time the rate traded in the 1,330

Wall Street remained flat on Wednesday in US Stock Market News amid jobs market updates and escalating US-Iran tensions, with the S&P 500 rising 0.1 percent as of 9:58 am Eastern time (7:28 PM IST). The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 265 points, or 0.5 percent, while the Nasdaq composite

According to Guru Club, on October 11, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that if Russia stops attacking Ukraine's energy infrastructure, Ukraine is prepared to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries.

President Donald Trump announced the U.S. would allow large volumes of Russian diesel into U.S. and global markets, aiming to contain voter anger over high fuel prices ahead of next month's midterm elections. Trump wrote on October 9 that Russia agreed to supply more than 300,000 tons of diesel

US Stock Market News showed strong performance last week, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all posting gains as expectations of strong earnings ahead fueled bullish sentiment, particularly focused on major banks reporting next week (1:30 AM IST Monday onwards). The Dow Jones

According to Saudi Energy Ministry, the 25th World Petroleum Congress (WPC) will begin in Riyadh on Sunday. The event is one of the world's largest and most influential oil and gas industry gatherings, bringing together energy leaders, policymakers, and industry experts from around the

US stock markets, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Nasdaq and the bond market, closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth in US Stock Market News today, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Trading resumed on Monday, June 22 (4:30 PM

World Bank President Ajay Banga said today that the initial impact of the Middle East conflict has not been as severe as initially feared, though pressure is mounting again. Banga's remarks reflect ongoing concerns about potential spillover effects on global economic

The US Stock Market News reported that the S&P 500 closed at a record high on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 (4:13 PM ET / 1:43 AM IST), supported by strong corporate earnings, a rebound in tech shares, and traders embracing hopes for progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The S&P 500 surged 1.79% to

US Stock Market News saw equities decline on August 30, 2026, at 10:13 PM UTC (August 31, 2026, 7:43 AM IST) as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran drove oil prices higher, raising inflation concerns. The Federal

US Stock Market News showed strength on Friday as a cooldown in oil prices helped release pressure on Wall Street, and U.S. stocks closed out their first winning week in the last three. The S&P 500 added 0.5 per cent to break a three-day losing streak, despite big swings due to rising yields in the

According to Bloomberg's tanker tracking data, approximately 96 supertankers are expected to arrive in China within 90 days as of October 10, marking the highest level since late February and the third consecutive week of increases. The surge indicates growing appetite for crude oil imports after a

According to Wind data, thermal coal prices at Qinhuangdao Port hit 1,003 yuan/ton on October 10, marking the first time above the 1,000 yuan threshold since two years ago. The 5,500-kilocalorie coal from Shanxi province gained 42.27% year-over-year. The CCTD Northeast China thermal coal spot

According to Korea's National Data Hub, exports surged to a record $120.94 billion in September, up 83.5% year-over-year, with semiconductor exports jumping 262.8% and non-semiconductor shipments growing 23%. This marks a broadening recovery beyond semiconductors, with steel, electrical machinery, a

According to consensus compiled by Yonhapinfomax from 12 major domestic securities firms, Samsung E&A's Q3 2026 operating profit is projected at 247.1 billion won, up 40% year-over-year, with revenue at 2.71 trillion won, up 35.56% YoY. The construction company's growth is driven by steady

According to Trump's announcement on Friday, October 9, the U.S. administration reached an agreement with Russia to increase global diesel supplies, with the U.S. Treasury immediately issuing a temporary license authorizing Russian diesel exports. Trump stated Russia will supply over 300,000

On October 9, U.S. President Trump announced that Russia will supply diesel fuel to global markets. Critics and commentators quickly pointed out the new policy contradicts previous U.S. efforts to restrict Russian oil sales. The move conflicts with the recently enacted Lindsay O. Graham

According to U.S. Department of Energy, the agency approved an emergency oil swap arrangement on October 11 to release up to 4 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) in response to severe weather disruptions in the Gulf of Mexico region. ExxonMobil and BP America have been