Commodity Watch — Apr 19, 2026, 07:00 UTC

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Welcome back to Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv. The geopolitical landscape is driving commodity markets today. Oil futures are climbing a direct response to escalating tensions. The US intensified Iran sanctions. Our breaking news confirms an active US naval blockade. Hezbollah conditions also raise doubts on a Lebanon ceasefire. These factors keep crude prices elevated. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical choke point for global supply. Gold futures reveal clear safe-haven demand. Gold Jun 26 is up 1.48 today. This reflects a market gripped by fear. Our Fear Greed Index sits firmly at 27. Investors are seeking stability amidst rising global uncertainties. Broader commodity markets also feel this geopolitical pressure. Supply chain vulnerabilities are increasing. This impacts global food security and other raw material costs. Every global event has a ripple effect. The chessboard of geopolitics directly influences your portfolio. Stay vigilant. This is Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv. rawfin.tv.