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    Silver tanks nearly Rs 4,000, gold slips Rs 1,600 as Strait of Hormuz tensions reignite inflation fears. Time to sell?

    Gold and silver prices declined on MCX amid a stronger U.S. dollar and escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, which pushed oil prices higher and revived inflation concerns. Analysts advise a buy-on-dips strategy despite volatility, citing key support levels and geopolitical developments influencing precious metals.

    Oil Price Today (April 20): Crude oil jumps 6%, nears $100 again despite ceasefire hopes. What’s happening?

    Oil prices surged over 6% on Monday. Tensions flared around the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. and Iran traded accusations of ship targeting. President Trump stated American forces seized an Iranian cargo ship. Iran responded by refusing further peace talks. The conflict has disrupted global oil flows. Experts predict continued price volatility and structurally higher prices.

    So what is the real oil price right now?

    The Iran crisis highlights the complex reality of oil pricing, differentiating between physical and financial markets. While financial markets anticipate future resolutions, physical markets reflect immediate scarcity and soaring costs due to disrupted shipping and increased freight expenses, leading to significant price disparities globally.

    Traders place $760 million bet on falling oil ahead of Hormuz announcement

    Just ahead of pivotal updates concerning the Strait of Hormuz and Iran, lucrative oil trades totaling millions were executed, raising eyebrows among U.S. officials. Such timely trades have prompted a thorough investigation into several oil futures transactions made right before key policy changes, with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission now scrutinizing the details of these deals.

    Why are oil prices down by 10% and US stock market indexes, Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq, up now? Here's if Strait of Hormuz is fully open now

    Why are oil prices down by 10% and US stock market indexes, Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq, up now? Oil prices fell by more than 10% after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is open again. Stock markets rose across the world. Investors reacted to hopes of easing tensions between the United States and Iran. Lower oil prices reduced inflation fears and supported companies with high fuel costs. Markets now watch diplomacy and shipping safety updates.

    Why are oil and gas prices down today, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures, Dutch and British wholesale gas rates continue to decline or rise again? Analysts insights and market outlook

    Why are oil and gas prices down today, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures, Dutch and British wholesale gas rates continue to decline or rise again? Oil and gas markets moved lower after ceasefire signals and possible US-Iran talks raised hopes of reduced conflict risk. Brent and WTI dropped while European gas also declined. Analysts say supply disruptions still support prices, while weather, wind power and geopolitics will guide the next move.

    The Economic Times
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