Commodity Watch — Apr 20, 2026, 12:00 UTC

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Welcome back to Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv. Geopolitics continues to drive our commodity markets today. US-Iran tensions are escalating significantly. Iran fired warning shots at a French vessel. This occurred in the critical Strait of Hormuz. Such actions threaten vital oil shipping lanes. Risk premiums are building in the energy sector. Gold's safe-haven status is being tested. Spot gold is 5 006.7 down 0.03 . However June futures fell further. They are down 1.49 to 4 806.8. The Fear Greed Index sits at 29. Investors remain cautious. Looking at notable moves Palladium June futures are notably weaker. They are down 3.39 . Prices trade at 1 546.5. This signals industrial demand concerns. China's steady lending rates acknowledge 'geopolitical risks.' Every global event reshapes commodity valuations. From energy to precious metals geopolitics is the ultimate driver. Find