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Chevron and partners approve Leviathan expansion to boost Israel gas output

The Final Investment Decision aims to increase capacity to approximately 21 BCM annually through new wells and platform upgrades.

Jack Baker, managing director of Chevron’s Eastern Mediterranean region.
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

United States renews 2004 free trade agreement with Israel for 2026

 An illustrative image depicting US import tariffs.

Trump’s tariffs hit Americans with record costs and global trade disruption - opinion

 Israel flag with stock market finance, economy trend graph digital technology.

Economic recovery must be Israel’s priority for 2026 - opinion


Russian’ exchange to launch platinum, palladium futures trading

The announcement comes just days after China said it would begin offering the same investment options by the first quarter of 2025

 Russian’ exchange to launch platinum, palladium futures trading

China to launch platinum, palladium futures in Q1 2025

The Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX) will launch platinum and palladium futures in Q1 2025, according to the producers' council.

 China to launch platinum, palladium futures in 2025

Turkey says exports to Palestinians surge after halting trade with Israel over Gaza war

In the first four months of the year, Turkish exports to Palestinian territories were up 35% to $49.4 million.

A demonstrator waves Turkish and Palestinian flags during a protest to express support for Palestinians in Gaza, a day ahead of the anniversary of the October 7th attack, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Istanbul, Turkey, October 6, 2024.

Gold prices in limbo, Fed president says inflation fight may take longer

Fed president suggests inflation fight is not over as employment numbers show signs of strengthening; more data due to be released Friday

 Gold prices in limbo, Fed president says inflation fight may take longer

Analyst: If we see a pullback, buy it

BTIG strategists suggest temporary pullback could present great buying opportunity for those needing exposure to precious metals.

 Analyst: If we see a pullback, buy it

Market Secrets Gold Buyers Won't Hear On CNBC | Trader Ferg

Ferg reveals his love for “hated” sectors, focusing on undervalued companies with significant upside potential. He emphasizes patience and waiting for the right entry point.

 Market Secrets Gold Buyers Won't Hear On CNBC | Trader Ferg

Net speculative positions on gold at 4-year high

Weekly data release shows commercial traders adding short positions while speculators continue to go long on gold.

 Net speculative positions on gold at 4-year high

Silver's 44-Year Cup and Handle: The Largest Bullish Formation Ever Seen

Silver's historic cup and handle pattern, one of the largest ever seen, signals a potential price surge. Renowned experts predict a massive breakout.

 Silver's 44 year cup & handle since 1980. Biggest cup and handle in history?

Strategist: The higher gold goes, the more attractive silver becomes

Gold may be getting the attention, but silver might be the best play, according to a Saxo Head of Commodity Strategy Ole Hansen.

 Strategist: The higher gold goes, the more attractive silver becomes

Gold and Silver Hold Steady: Fed’s Potential 25 bps Rate Cut Decision and FOMC

Gold and silver hover around $2,570 and $30.60 as markets anticipate a 25 bps Fed rate cut, impacting both precious metals amid geopolitical tensions.

 Gold and Silver Hold Steady: Fed’s Potential 25 bps Rate Cut Decision and FOMC