Commodities

The US$4,400 to US$4,500 per ounce area could act as near-term resistance and limit further upside

Bullion’s rally of around 14% so far in August could be tempered by the rebound in energy prices

Big Bullion wants to carve a niche for itself in a gold and silver industry dominated by established players

Analysts say its higher prices are unlikely to derail data centre growth, but tighter supplies could stymie new capacity

To soften cost pressures, firms should identify commodities exposed to both climate and policy risks early

The US and Iran signal that negotiations to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing

Analysts say their earnings are likely to reflect bigger operating margins, with further upside expected in H2

Singapore’s second-quarter bullion demand climbs 6% year on year amid geopolitical uncertainty, softer prices

[SINGAPORE] A dry spell is sweeping across Asia’s rice fields, dealing another blow to farmers grappling with steep fuel and fertiliser prices triggered by the war in Iran.