China Commodity Futures Rally on Night Session Close, No. 20 Rubber Leads with 2.4% Gain

Trump extends Iran ceasefire on the first day: Hormuz docks 2 ships, oil prices near 100, U.S. stocks close lower

CNBC combines three reports: On April 22, after Trump extended the Iran ceasefire and maintained the blockade of Hormuz, the IRGC seized two cargo ships. Market oil prices are approaching $100 per barrel, and U.S. stocks closed down about 0.6%. The extension of the ceasefire is seen as a negotiating window rather than the end of hostilities, and maritime risks remain. Shipping around Hormuz is nearly at a standstill; Brent is near $100 and WTI is above $90. Oil price movements depend on factors such as the progress of negotiations, the direction of the blockade, and the resumption of shipping.

U.S. Crude Oil Inventory Rises to 465.7M Barrels; Total Exports Hit Record High Amid Iran Tensions

Gate News message, April 22 — The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported Wednesday that crude oil inventories increased by 1.9 million barrels to 465.7 million barrels in the week ending April 17, against expectations of a 1.2 million barrel decline. Gasoline and refined fuel inventor

Shanghai Futures Exchange Opens Nickel Futures and Options to Offshore Traders, Launches Rubber and Copper Options

SHFE opens nickel futures and options to offshore traders and launches NR options and international copper options via SEIE, expanding QFI access and offshore participation. Abstract: The Shanghai Futures Exchange expanded its international reach by opening nickel futures and options to offshore traders and launching natural rubber and international copper options via its SEIE subsidiary. The move broadens qualified foreign investor access, with notable trading volume, open interest, and registration of overseas institutions.

Pyth Integrated as Settlement Data Source for Kalshi Commodity Markets

Kalshi integrates Pyth as settlement data for its new commodity center, covering major metals and energies, enabling continuous trading and reliable settlement; Pyth Pro will expand data access and asset coverage. Kalshi, a CFTC-regulated prediction-market platform, has integrated Pyth as the settlement data source for its new commodity center, covering gold, silver, Brent crude oil, natural gas, copper, corn, soybeans, and wheat. Pyth Pro will provide direct market data access to Kalshi market makers to support continuous trading and reliable settlement of commodity-related event contracts. The collaboration also plans expansion to additional asset classes, including indices, equities, and foreign exchange.

WTI Crude Surges 4% Above $93 Per Barrel Amid US-Iran Talks Speculation

Gate News message, April 22 — International oil prices extended gains today, with WTI crude futures (U.S. benchmark crude oil) rising 4% to $93.206 per barrel and Brent crude futures (international benchmark crude oil) climbing 3.51% to $101.941 per barrel. The move follows U.S. President Trump's r

UK Inflation Rises to 3.3% in March as Iran War Drives Fuel Prices Higher

UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March, led by fuel prices amid Middle East tensions; petrol and diesel hit new highs, air fares and food rose, clothing fell, keeping inflation above the 2% target. Abstract: March UK inflation reached 3.3%, driven by soaring motor fuel costs linked to Middle East tensions; petrol and diesel price highs, rising airfares and food costs, and falling clothing, signal inflation above the target amid energy-price uncertainty.