Crude Oil and Gold Prices Show Mixed Trends

Crude oil prices increase while gold experiences a decline; currency exchange rates fluctuate.

U.S. crude oil for September delivery rose to $78.28 per barrel, with Brent crude also seeing an increase.
Wholesale gasoline and heating oil prices for August delivery both saw minor rises.
Natural gas prices fell to $2.04 per 1,000 cubic feet for August delivery.
Gold prices for August delivery dropped significantly, while silver and copper showed minor changes.
The dollar weakened against the Japanese yen, while the euro saw a slight increase against the dollar.