Commodities (Crude Oil & Copper) & Macro Outlook

According to Bank of England data released October 2, UK enterprises plan to raise prices by 3.9% over the next year following a surge in oil and gas prices, marking the highest level since June and up 0.3 percentage points from the previous

The United States deployed two additional Patriot missile batteries to Saudi Arabia and Qatar to protect oil and gas facilities, Axios reported. The deployment follows US President Donald Trump's warning on the 1st that he is considering new strikes on Iran 'in the coming weeks,' stating 'we must

According to Axios, on October 2, the U.S. deployed 2 additional Patriot missile battery systems to Saudi Arabia and Qatar to protect their oil and gas facilities. The deployment aims to assure the two allies that their critical energy infrastructure will be protected in case President Trump

Foreign investors net sold 190.5 trillion won on Korea Exchange in Jan-Sep, with selling expanding from semiconductors to the broader market. The exodus, initially concentrated in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, has intensified in recent months as extreme price volatility combined with global

According to Jera Co. Chief Executive Yukio Kani on October 2, Qatari LNG supply will not quickly return to the market as shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz persist. The region accounts for roughly one-fifth of global LNG supply prior to the Middle East conflict. LNG spot prices have

Brent crude fell 3% intraday to $98.38 per barrel, while WTI crude declined 3.8% during the same period on October 2.

According to President Zelenskyy, Ukraine struck Russian refineries in Samara and Volgograd. The Ukrainian leader announced the attacks on the oil facilities, which are part of Russia's energy infrastructure.

According to Odaily, Brent Oil (XBRUSD) fell to $103.98 per barrel in 24 hours, down 0.4%, according to Gate data.

According to Reuters, on Friday (October 2), EU member states discussed France's proposal to release 50 million barrels of diesel from strategic reserves, with International Energy Agency members also releasing 50 million barrels of crude oil in response to pressure for increased energy supplies. F

SK Innovation stocks surged 10.32% on the 2nd, closing at 150,000 won, as Korean refinery stocks rallied following a sharp rise in international oil prices. The gains were driven by heightened Middle East tensions and supply disruption concerns after China halted petroleum product exports and the

From 07:45 to 08:00 (UTC) on October 2, 2026, BTC/USDT rose 0.39% in 15 min, with prices ranging from 85,773.0 to 86,162.4 USDT and an Ampl of 0.45%. After breaking above $85,000, the price continued to rise steadily, drawing significantly more market attention. Continued institutional inflows through compliant channels became the core driver. The move was primarily driven by BlackRock ETF clients purchasing nearly $196 million worth of BTC in a single day, directly pushing the price above the p

According to Jin10, WTI crude oil fell over 3% to $89.02 per barrel, and Brent crude declined 2.2% to $99.2 per barrel on October 2, amid reports of potential European inventory releases.

According to Reuters citing sources familiar with the matter, Group of Seven leaders may discuss steps regarding diesel stockpile releases this Friday afternoon. Any agreement on stockpile releases is expected to include a U.S. commitment to avoid unilateral diesel export

Kim Young-hwan, a Democratic Party lawmaker, on October 2 questioned the Bank of Korea's case for additional rate hikes. Kim cited National Assembly Budget Office analysis showing oil prices and exchange rates drove recent inflation more than demand factors. The lawmaker argued that given two

According to Jin10 data, Brent crude oil broke below $100 per barrel on October 2, down 1.48% intraday.

According to Jin10, WTI crude oil fell 2% intraday on October 2, trading at $90.05 per barrel. Brent crude declined 1.2% to $100.18 per barrel.

According to Jin10, ECB Governing Council member Rehn said on Friday (October 2) that energy prices are approaching the ECB's adverse scenario, with eurozone inflation reaching twice the central bank's target. Rehn noted that surging long-term borrowing costs have limited broader transmission of inf

Italian energy company Eni announced on October 2 that it will offer a 20% discount on diesel and gasoline for agricultural and fishing customers from today through October, with the possibility of extending the promotion through year-end.

WTI crude oil fell intraday on October 2, with spot prices trading at $90.98 per barrel, down 1.00% for the day. WTI crude futures touched $92 per barrel, declining 0.95% intraday.

According to Jin10, on October 2, diesel prices across 12 European Union countries reached record highs amid escalating pressure from the United States to release emergency fuel reserves. The U.S. Department of Energy expressed high confidence that European nations would tap strategic diesel