Commodity Watch — Aug 19, 2026, 12:00 UTC

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Crude Oil prices are climbing, with September futures reaching $84.83, up 0.92%. This surge reflects deep market anxiety. Uncertainty over the Hormuz deal fuels this volatility. Geopolitical tensions are clearly driving oil's upward momentum. Gold, typically a safe haven, saw only a modest gain. December futures traded at $4,427.2, up just 0.15%. This occurs even as US equities decline sharply. The S&P 500 fell 0.69%, NASDAQ dropped 1.33%. Our Fear and Greed Index shows 'Fear' at 46. Yet gold's response is muted. Meanwhile, Natural Gas is rallying significantly. September futures rose 0.83% to $2.799. This move is directly tied to the Texas heatwave. ERCOT forecasts record power demand. Low wind generation compounds the energy crisis. These global events are dictating commodity moves. From the Strait of Hormuz to Texas grid stress, supply and demand face immense pressure. Understanding these connections is critical. Stay informed with rawfin.tv.