The Softs sector experienced significant growth due to adverse global weather, reaching new all-time highs. The Metals sector also saw a surge, only to face selling at the end of July. Gold and platinum are in demand, while silver and copper are closely monitored for global economic trends.

Softs markets thrived due to adverse weather impacting growing areas worldwide. Forward curves in cocoa, coffee, and orange juice indicate bullish fundamentals. Metals markets, split into precious and industrial categories, saw increased buying interest amid global political and economic uncertainty.

Gold remains a safe-haven asset, consolidating just below its all-time high. Central banks continue to buy gold despite the price, supporting its stability. Silver hit a 2025 high but tumbled by the end of July, influenced by global industrial shifts. Copper reached a new high, experiencing a sharp bearish reversal, signaling potential global economic concerns.

Platinum surged in mid-July due to short supplies, but demand remained a secondary concern. The market reached a decade-high price, nearing the peak of 2014. The shift in the Metals sector reflects global economic and political instability.

Read more at Yahoo Finance: Have Metals Gone Softs?