Commodity Watch — Aug 23, 2026, 12:00 UTC

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Gold surged today, up a significant 2.39% to $4,680.6 an ounce. This dramatic move signals deep market apprehension. Investors are flocking to safety. The Federal Reserve minutes were just released. US debt now hits $40 trillion. These factors drive the flight to quality. Crude Oil also saw gains. September futures traded at $87.06, up 0.26%. This modest climb reflects tight supply. Geopolitical tensions remain a constant threat. Demand outlook is improving. US business activity accelerated. It hit its fastest pace since 2022. This supports energy demand. Silver mirrored gold's strength. It climbed 2.09% to $69.53. Industrial bellwether Copper also rose. It gained 1.82% to $6.587. Both reflect underlying economic resilience. Yet, the persistent geopolitical backdrop always looms large. From central bank policy to global conflicts, commodities respond. For rawfin.tv, I'm [Your Name].