Market sentiment remained cautiously positive as U.S. equities advanced, while gold and silver declined on profit-taking. Softer U.S. inflation reduced expectations for a September Fed rate hike, while Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz supply risks supported oil prices.
Today's Snapshot
- Dow Jones: 53,839.99 (+0.13%)
- Nasdaq Composite: 26,803.03 (+0.81%)
- S&P 500: 7,798.99 (+0.65%)
- Gold: $4,329.81/oz (-0.49%)
- Silver: $64.18/oz (-0.43%)
- Brent Crude: $83.45/bbl (+0.14%)
Note: Data and market levels are as of 05:30 UTC, August 14, 2026, and remain subject to live market fluctuations.
Global Markets
(A) Precious Metals
Gold: $4,329.81/oz (-0.49%)
Gold fell 0.49% as profit-taking followed a recent two-month high. Lower September Fed hike expectations near 35% helped limit losses.
Silver: $64.18/oz (-0.43%)
Silver slipped 0.43% as investors unwound recent precious-metals gains, while lower Fed hike expectations provided some support.
(B) Energy
Brent Crude: $83.45/bbl (+0.14%)
Brent edged up 0.14% as U.S.-Iran tensions and Strait of Hormuz supply risks supported prices. Gains were capped by weaker demand forecasts and rising U.S. crude inventories.
(C) FX
USD/JPY: 159.43
USD/JPY rose as the yen headed for its biggest weekly loss in three months. Wide rate differentials and fading intervention gains pressured the yen, while the 160 level raised renewed intervention concerns.
EUR/USD: 1.1536
EUR/USD slipped 0.20% as Middle East tensions and higher oil prices supported the dollar. Losses were limited as softer U.S. inflation cut September Fed rate-hike expectations to around 35%.
AUD/USD: 0.7060
AUD/USD held near 0.7060 as softer U.S. inflation limited dollar strength. Lower Fed hike expectations supported the pair, while geopolitical risks kept the dollar firm.
High-Impact Economic Events
| Country | Release | Forecast | Previous | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Core Retail Sales m/m | 0.2% | -0.2% | 12:30 PM (GMT -04:00) |
| United States | Retail Sales m/m | 0.1% | 0.2% | 12:30 PM (GMT -04:00) |
| United States | Prelim UoM Consumer Sentiment | 54.7 | 55.2 | 02:00 PM (GMT -04:00) |
| United States | Prelim UoM Inflation Expectations | — | 4.2% | 02:00 PM (GMT -04:00) |
Note: These high-impact economic events are for informational purposes only. Please conduct your own research before making any market decisions.
Volatility
The VIX fell 4.78% to 14.55, reflecting lower market fear as softer U.S. inflation reduced expectations for a September Fed rate hike.
What Traders Are Watching
- U.S. Retail Sales - Markets are focused on today’s U.S. retail sales data, with headline sales forecast to rise 0.1% m/m and core sales expected to increase 0.2%. The figures could provide fresh signals on consumer strength and the U.S. economic outlook.
- Federal Reserve Rate Outlook - Softer consumer inflation and unchanged July producer prices have reduced expectations for a September Fed rate hike to roughly one-third. Today’s retail sales and consumer sentiment data could further influence expectations for the Fed’s next move.
- Iran Blockade and Strait of Hormuz - Oil markets remain focused on Middle East supply risks after the U.S. threatened to maintain its naval blockade of Iran indefinitely. Continued restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz could keep crude prices sensitive to geopolitical developments.
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Yesterday’s Market News - August 13, 2026
Dow Falls 0.04% to 53,770.27, Gold Drops 0.54% to $4,384.67 and Brent Falls 0.94% to $84.60
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