Commodity Market Snapshot - Nov 18, 2025

The commodity complex is largely in negative territory today, with ten out of eleven major commodities tracked posting losses in the latest trading session. This widespread downturn suggests a cautious sentiment pervading various sectors of the raw materials market.

 

Precious metals experienced notable declines. Gold futures fell by a significant 1.56% to $4011.10, while silver futures saw an even more pronounced drop of 2.54%, settling at $49.42. These movements indicate a decrease in safe-haven demand or a broader shift in investor allocation.

 

In the energy sector, crude oil benchmarks showed minor dips. WTI crude oil was down 0.88% at $59.38, and Brent crude oil declined 0.73% to $63.73. Natural gas also edged lower by 0.48% to $4.34. Industrial metals followed a similar trend, with copper futures trading down 0.88% at $4.97.

 

Agricultural markets presented a generally softer picture. Grains and oilseeds all registered minor losses, with corn futures down 0.23% at $433.75, soybeans down 0.19% at $1155.00, and wheat futures declining 0.64% to $541.25.

 

Among soft commodities, coffee stood out as the only performer in positive territory, gaining 1.03% to $377.85. Sugar, however, declined by 1.07% to $14.80.