Commodity Watch — May 14, 2026, 12:00 UTC

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Welcome back to Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv. Global markets are reflecting profound geopolitical shifts. Oil prices are certainly on the rise today. Our headline confirms this surge. It cites escalating Iran tensions. This geopolitical risk premium is clearly impacting crude. Energy security concerns are paramount. Gold the quintessential safe haven shows its mettle. It trades at 5 006.7. Despite a slight daily dip of 0.03 . The Fear Greed Index sits at 34 signaling fear. Investors are seeking safety amidst global uncertainty. We see a notable move in Platinum futures. The July 26 contract is down 3.05 . It now sits at 2 130.2. This significant drop suggests concerns. Industrial demand outlook may be weakening. Broader economic signals are flashing red. A critical US economic indicator hit 0.84. This level was last seen during the 2008 crisis. Such data fuels widespread market apprehension. Geopolitics and macroeconomics are deeply intertwined. They dictate every commodity movement. Stay