[MARKET ANALYSIS] Crude and metal prices remain lifted following recent dollar pressure

WTI/Brent: WTI Mar'26 +0.3% / Brent Apr'26 +0.2%

• Oil futures remained afloat and took a breather after rallying throughout the prior session despite the absence of any major energy-specific catalysts, although the moves coincided with a weaker dollar and weather-related output disruptions, while the latest weekly private sector inventory data was mixed and had little impact on price action.

Gold: +0.8%

• Extended on record highs and climbed above the USD 5,200/oz level for the first time, with a weaker greenback and recent uncertainty supporting demand for the precious metal.

Copper: +0.9%

• Copper prices are higher amid the mostly constructive mood, but are off today's best levels as markets brace for upcoming key risk events.