Commodity Watch — Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 UTC

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Silver plunged 1.67% today, trading at $65.125. This sets a serious tone for commodities. Crude Oil Sep 26 futures rose 0.35% to $84.03 a barrel. This jump reflects significant geopolitical concerns. News reports cite "Hormuz Deal Uncertainty." Market anxiety is clearly fueling these gains. Supply disruptions remain a persistent threat. Gold, the traditional safe haven, dipped 0.60% to $4,447. This move is notable. It happens even as the Fear & Greed Index shows "Fear" at 41. Investors may be re-evaluating traditional havens. Or seeking liquidity elsewhere. Meanwhile, Natural Gas Sep 26 gained 0.78% to $2.711. Energy markets remain highly sensitive. Global events directly dictate these price swings. Geopolitical instability is a constant factor. It drives volatility across the board. Stay vigilant. This is Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv.