Commodity Prices Rise in Latest Market Update

Increases in crude oil, gold, and other commodities mark the day's trading, reflecting a broader upward trend.

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for April delivery rose $1.68 to $82.72 per barrel.
Brent crude for May delivery rose $1.55 to $86.89 per barrel.
Gold for April delivery rose $2.80 to $2,164.30 per ounce, while silver for May delivery fell 11 cents to $25.27 per ounce.
The dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen to 149.12 from 149.04, while the euro weakened to $1.0871 from $1.0890.
Wholesale gasoline, heating oil, and natural gas all saw increases in their prices.