Commodity Watch — Jun 25, 2026, 18:00 UTC

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Welcome back to Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv. Global markets are gripped by palpable fear. Our Fear Greed Index registers an alarming 12. This indicates extreme investor caution across the board. Crude oil remains a geopolitical barometer. Prices are highly sensitive to Middle East tensions. OPEC production decisions further dictate supply dynamics. Demand outlooks also factor significantly. Gold our traditional safe haven is shining brightly. August 26 futures are up a notable 1.13 . It now trades at 4 053.9. Investors are clearly flocking to safety amid global uncertainty. Breaking news The Bank of Japan just hiked rates to 1 . They signal more increases are coming. This tightens global monetary conditions. Meanwhile the Federal Reserve's massive 9 trillion money supply expansion fuels persistent inflation worries. These actions directly bolster gold's appeal as a hedge. Every geopolitical tremor sends ripples through our commodity complex. From central bank shifts to regional conflicts prices react. Understanding these connections is crucial. Stay informed. Stay ahead. This is Commodity Watch