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Oil Prices Plunge as Energy Demand Soars

6/29/2025

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Last week, U.S. commodity markets saw dramatic changes. Crude oil prices plummeted as geopolitical tensions eased, while gasoline and diesel futures climbed due to seasonal demand. Agricultural commodities gained ground ahead of crucial reports, and precious metals had a mixed bag—gold dipped, but platinum soared. Meanwhile, battery metals drew unprecedented investments fueled by the renewable energy boom.

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Last week, U.S. commodity markets saw dramatic changes. Crude oil prices plummeted as geopolitical tensions eased, while gasoline and diesel futures climbed due to seasonal demand. Agricultural commodities gained ground ahead of crucial reports, and precious metals had a mixed bag—gold dipped, but platinum soared. Meanwhile, battery metals drew unprecedented investments fueled by the renewable energy boom.