Gold is climbing steadily. Silver is spiking and sliding. In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, host Nitesh Shah speaks with Philip Newman, Managing Director at Metals Focus, to unpack the forces driving recent moves in the precious metals market. They discuss silver’s wild volatility, tariff-driven flows, ETF positioning, and why central banks and retail investors are still backing gold. This is a timely conversation about conviction, liquidity and the evolving safe haven story.

We often credit innovation, finance or technology for powering the modern world. But what if the real story starts deeper underground? In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, host Nitesh Shah speaks with Scott Crooks, Principal Analyst at Codelco, to explore how metals like copper, steel and nickel have shaped the rise of nations and continue to drive global power dynamics. From the industrial revolution to the green energy transition, they unpack why mining is foundational to prosperity and what today’s infrastructure gaps tell us about tomorrow’s geopolitical shifts.

Gold is above $4,000. Silver is up over 75% year-to-date. Even platinum and palladium are surging. In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, hosts Mobeen Tahir and Nitesh Shah break down the precious metals rally and WisdomTree’s latest gold outlook. They explore what’s driving prices higher—from dollar depreciation and rate cuts, to policy risk, tariffs, and Fed credibility. Nitesh also shares updated scenario forecasts for gold, discusses silver market dynamics, and explains how supply deficits and substitution effects are supporting platinum and palladium.

Commodities are no longer a sideshow—they’re the story. In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, hosts Mobeen Tahir and Nitesh Shah discuss WisdomTree’s latest outlook and break down what’s driving markets in 2025. From record gold prices, copper volatility, and oil’s OPEC dynamics, to the impact of tariffs, central banks, and a softening dollar, they unpack the macro and geopolitical forces reshaping the commodities landscape.

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Platinum has been one of the strongest-performing precious metals of 2025, with prices rising nearly 50% year-to-date. But what’s driving the rally? In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, host Nitesh Shah speaks with Wilma Swarts, Director of Platinum Group Metals at Metals Focus, to unpack the key forces behind platinum’s breakout. They explore the impact of supply constraints, the role of Chinese jewellery demand, the effects of tariff anxiety, and how automotive and industrial uses are evolving. Plus, they discuss the outlook for palladium, scrap supply, and the long-term case for platinum in the energy transition.

From Middle East tensions to the looming return of trade wars, commodities are once again in the spotlight. In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, hosts Mobeen Tahir and Nitesh Shah break down the complex drivers shaping global markets—from oil’s reaction to geopolitical flare-ups, to gold’s resilience in the face of uncertainty, and the surprising strength in platinum, silver, and copper. They explore the key risks investors should watch, including the Strait of Hormuz, OPEC’s shifting strategy, and potential tariffs on copper that are already warping global pricing dynamics.

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Precious metals are taking centre stage in 2025—but not all are moving in sync. In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, hosts Mobeen Tahir and Nitesh Shah explore what’s driving gold’s continued strength, silver’s surprising lag, and platinum’s recent breakout. They also discuss broader market dynamics including OPEC’s shifting oil strategy, the impact of tariffs on copper and industrial metals, and what the latest macro trends mean for commodities. Plus, guest Edward Sterck from the World Platinum Investment Council joins to break down the supply constraints and investor sentiment reshaping the platinum market.

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Gold has broken records and it may not be done yet. In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, hosts Mobeen Tahir and Nitesh Shah unpack what’s driving the gold rally and explore the potential for it to hit $4,000 or even beyond, depending on how macroeconomic and geopolitical scenarios evolve. But it’s not just about gold. Silver may be poised for a catch-up rally, copper is proving more resilient than expected, and oil is navigating shifting demand and supply dynamics. Get a full breakdown of what’s happening across the commodity spectrum—and what it means for investors in 2025 and beyond.

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Learn more about commodities: https://www.wisdomtree.eu/en-gb/strategies/commodities-hub