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Commodities Skyrocket Amidst Russia-Ukraine Tensions

Since the beginning of the Russian military invasion of Ukraine, prices of most commodities have headed in a strong bullish direction. On Monday, 7th of March 2022, the price of Gold hit $2002 per ounce in a gap up. The last time it reached this price was in August 2020. The year’s support line is at $1780 per ounce.

Weekly Gold Chart

The price of silver reached a new resistance level at $26.1 per ounce. The last time Silver’s price was at this level was in July 2021. The year’s support level is maintained at $21.9 per ounce.

Weekly Silver Chart

The price of Brent Crude Oil opened for the week at $129 per barrel. It appreciated for some hours to $130.55 after which it began to drop. As of March 7, 2022, the price of Brent Crude Oil is at $122 per barrel. WTI Oil opened at $121 per barrel and rallied up to $130.55 before it began a descent. WTI Oil’s price is currently at $119.

WTI Oil Price
Brent Crude Oil

We don’t see the commodity price sustaining this rally over the long-term as the Russian military forces might cease-fire in a few weeks following strong sanctions from the international community of nations. The conflict may also be suspended soon if Putin and Zelensky can come to an agreement.

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