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16:00 - 03.06.2026
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WTI Crude Oil surges on renewed Iran Gulf tensions, sharp US inventory drawdown

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) advances toward $94.00 at the time of writing, up 2.52% on the day, supported by a fresh escalation of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and growing concerns about global Oil supplies.

commodities Commodities
14:00 - 03.06.2026
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Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD tests support at $4,450 as the US Dollar rallies

Gold (XAU/USD) resumed its near-term downtrend on Wednesday, with bears pushing against the intra-week lows at the $4,450 area.

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13:31 - 03.06.2026
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Chart alert: Bitcoin (BTC/USD) potential near-term bullish reversal emerging from the sub-$70K plunge

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) has suffered a sharp 16% correction after MicroStrategy’s unexpected sale of part of its Bitcoin holdings triggered a breakdown in market sentiment and accelerated ETF outflows. However, technical and on-chain indicators are now pointing toward potential selling exhaustion. Oversold RSI conditions, elevated long liquidations, and continued accumulation by long-term holders suggest Bitcoin may be nearing a bullish reversal if it can maintain support above US$62,250.

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13:00 - 03.06.2026
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Economists expect June ECB rate hike as stagflation risk stays high - Reuters poll

The European Central Bank (ECB) could tighten monetary policy sooner than previously expected, according to the latest Reuters poll of economists.

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12:00 - 03.06.2026
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NZD/USD Price Forecast: Kiwi dips below 0.5900 in risk-off markets

The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) depreciates for the third consecutive day against a stronger US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, hitting lows below 0.5900.

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11:00 - 03.06.2026
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USD/CAD Price Forecast: Stands firm near 1.3850 as bullish USD counters rising Oil prices

The USD/CAD pair attracts fresh buyers following the previous day's directionless price moves and sticks to modest intraday gains, around mid-1.3800s, through the first half of the European session on Wednesday.

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10:00 - 03.06.2026
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S&P 500: Record streak tests sustainability – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank analysts highlight that the S&P 500 has just managed a ninth consecutive daily gain, taking it to fresh record highs, even with rising Oil prices. The index is close to matching or surpassing historic streaks on daily, weekly and monthly horizons.

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09:00 - 03.06.2026
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EUR/GBP Price Forecasts: Languishing near 0.8630 with business activity data on tap

The Euro (EUR) is practically flat against the British Pound (GBP) on Wednesday, trading a few pips above 0.8630 at the time of writing after retreating from last Friday’s high of 0.8681.

commodities Commodities
08:00 - 03.06.2026
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD trades lower near $74.60 as oil prices extend recovery

Silver price (XAG/USD) is down 0.6% to near $74.60 during the European trading session on Wednesday. The precious metal faces selling pressure as oil prices gain for the third straight trading day amid renewed tensions between the United States (US) and Iran.

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07:00 - 03.06.2026
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USD/JPY Price Forecast: Bulls turn cautious near 160.00 amid rising intervention risk

The USD/JPY pair enters a bullish consolidation phase on Wednesday, oscillating in a narrow range just below the 160.00 psychological mark, or a one-month high touched during the Asian session.

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US military carries out new strikes on an Iranian military site — Reuters

The US military carried out ‌new strikes in Iran targeting a military site that posed a threat to US forces and commercial traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters ‌reported on Wednesday.

The official said that the US military has also intercepted and shot down multiple Iranian drones that posed a similar threat. Separately,l Fars News Agency reported that three explosions were heard east of Bandar Abbas and air defences were activated for several minutes

Market reaction 

Crude oil prices attract some buyers following this headline. At the time of writing, the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) is up 0.95% on the day at $88.95.

WTI Oil FAQs

What is WTI Oil?

WTI Oil is a type of Crude Oil sold on international markets. The WTI stands for West Texas Intermediate, one of three major types including Brent and Dubai Crude. WTI is also referred to as “light” and “sweet” because of its relatively low gravity and sulfur content respectively. It is considered a high quality Oil that is easily refined. It is sourced in the United States and distributed via the Cushing hub, which is considered “The Pipeline Crossroads of the World”. It is a benchmark for the Oil market and WTI price is frequently quoted in the media.

What factors drive the price of WTI Oil?

Like all assets, supply and demand are the key drivers of WTI Oil price. As such, global growth can be a driver of increased demand and vice versa for weak global growth. Political instability, wars, and sanctions can disrupt supply and impact prices. The decisions of OPEC, a group of major Oil-producing countries, is another key driver of price. The value of the US Dollar influences the price of WTI Crude Oil, since Oil is predominantly traded in US Dollars, thus a weaker US Dollar can make Oil more affordable and vice versa.

How does inventory data impact the price of WTI Oil

The weekly Oil inventory reports published by the American Petroleum Institute (API) and the Energy Information Agency (EIA) impact the price of WTI Oil. Changes in inventories reflect fluctuating supply and demand. If the data shows a drop in inventories it can indicate increased demand, pushing up Oil price. Higher inventories can reflect increased supply, pushing down prices. API’s report is published every Tuesday and EIA’s the day after. Their results are usually similar, falling within 1% of each other 75% of the time. The EIA data is considered more reliable, since it is a government agency.

How does OPEC influence the price of WTI Oil?

OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) is a group of 12 Oil-producing nations who collectively decide production quotas for member countries at twice-yearly meetings. Their decisions often impact WTI Oil prices. When OPEC decides to lower quotas, it can tighten supply, pushing up Oil prices. When OPEC increases production, it has the opposite effect. OPEC+ refers to an expanded group that includes ten extra non-OPEC members, the most notable of which is Russia.

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