Commodity Watch — May 22, 2026, 19:00 UTC

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Welcome back to Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv. We're seeing heightened global tensions impacting markets. Oil prices are clearly on the rise today. Our headlines point to escalating Iran tensions. This geopolitical risk is adding a significant premium. It directly fuels higher energy costs worldwide. Global supply chains feel the pressure. Gold the traditional safe haven asset presents a complex picture. Spot gold is priced at 5 006.7 a minor dip of 0.03 . June futures trade at 4 515.8 down 0.59 . This slight decline is notable. Especially with our Fear Greed Index at 28 firmly in 'Fear' territory. Investors are weighing multiple factors. Geopolitical uncertainty is one. Yet central bank actions also play a role. The Bank of Japan considers a near-term rate hike. This could strengthen the dollar. A stronger dollar often tempers gold's safe-haven appeal. Commodity markets are truly a barometer for global stability. Geopolitical events drive prices. Vigilance remains key for all investors. Stay informed stay ahead. This is Commodity