Commodity Watch — Apr 13, 2026, 19:00 UTC

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Welcome to Commodity Watch on rawfin.tv. Geopolitical tensions are the undeniable force shaping commodity markets today. Crude oil has surged past 100 a barrel. This follows headlines of potential US moves to block Hormuz flows. Failed peace talks in the region fuel this volatility. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global chokepoint. Any blockade threatens broad commodity price hikes across the board. Gold usually a safe haven shows a nuanced picture. Spot gold trades at 5 006.7 down slightly by 0.03 . June futures are also lower down 0.73 at 4 752.4. This occurs despite our Fear Greed Index hitting Extreme Fear at 12. Investors are weighing multiple risks. The Hormuz threat extends beyond energy. It impacts global supply chains directly. We see Darden Restaurants already facing beef inflation pressure. This highlights rising input costs for food. Geopolitical events are driving these broad market shifts. Volatility remains high. Stay informed