August 18, 2026

Gold Extends Gains to $4,431.09 per Ounce

Gold: Gold rose for a third straight session on Tuesday as fears of a US interest rate hike next month eased, with investors awaiting minutes from the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting for fresh clues on the monetary policy path. Spot gold was up 0.4% …

Oil Prices Increase as Middle East Peace Prospects Wane

Doha: Oil prices rose on Tuesday as prospects for a Middle East peace agreement faded after the US ruled out extending the ceasefire, fueling concerns about energy supplies.

According to Qatar News Agency, Brent crude futures climbed 27 cents, or 0….