Zinc prices were slightly higher by 0.02% at 252.5 due to a mixed global demand outlook, particularly from China, the world’s largest consumer. Stronger-than-expected Chinese retail sales data eased fears of a broader economic slowdown and temporarily limited bearish sentiment. However, the upside remained capped amid uncertainty following lackluster progress in U.S.-China trade talks and…
India’s rice exports fell nearly 60% in April-May 2025 due to weak global demand and high inventories among buyers. Prices have dropped to multi-year lows, with 5% broken white rice hitting a five-year low of $384/tonne. Despite lifting export curbs in late 2024, the global rice market remains oversupplied, depressing prices. Surplus production and record…
India’s spice exports reached a record $4.72 billion in FY25, up 6% from the previous year, driven by strong global demand for cumin, turmeric, spice oils, and pepper. Despite a price dip, chili remained the top export in terms of volume and value. Turmeric exports surged 51% in value, while pepper and small cardamom also…
Gold prices rose 0.71% to ₹78,710 on better-than-expected US inflation data, which raised the prospect of a less restrictive monetary policy from the Federal Reserve. This led to a surprise decline in annual core consumer inflation, and the Fed’s earlier rate cuts in July than in September raised market expectations. Global demand for gold remained…
A strong US dollar and a cautious market approach ahead of key economic data and Federal Reserve talks pushed gold prices lower. Federal Reserve minutes expressed optimism about a strong labor market and easing inflation, Global demand for gold remained stable at 1,176.5 metric tons in Q3 2024, as robust investment activity offset declining jewelry…
Despite concerns about global demand, oil prices rose on Thursday on expectations that a forthcoming US interest rate cut would boost economic activity and boost fuel consumption. Brent oil futures recovered some losses from the previous day, rising 17 cents, or 0.21%, to settle at $79.93 a barrel. U.S. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was…
Morgan Stanley predicts a sustained upside in iron ore prices, targeting $120/t in Q3. The firm’s strategists believe that the resistance level is at $100/t, and as the mood improves on China demand and supply slippages, the price risk is skewed upwards. The strategists also noted that the price has traded on average at a…
