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Asian LNG Spot Prices Surge 10% Amid Hormuz Shipping Tensions

Asian spot LNG prices surged 10% to $20.2 per mmBtu, while US gas prices topped $4 due to shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices rose sharply amid renewed Middle East conflict, complicating the economic outlook despite cooler-than-expected US inflation data. While soft CPI and PPI data eased immediate Federal Reserve rate-hike fears and lowered bond yields, markets remain wary of rising energy costs.

Gold Price Forecast: Technical Pressure Eyes Downside Below $3,940

Gold price (XAU/USD) remains under bearish momentum as it stays below the 20-day EMA. Analysts suggest further downside potential if the price breaks the technical support level of $3,940. As of July 20, the price is approaching the tip of a technical triangle formation near the $4,000 area.

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