Gold price Climbs: In the dynamic world of precious metals, the latest updates on gold and silver prices paint a fascinating picture. The surge in gold rates, particularly in the 22-carat category, reflects the ongoing market dynamics. Meanwhile, silver maintains its stability, providing investors with a multifaceted landscape to navigate. Join us as we delve into the recent developments in gold and silver prices, exploring metro-specific rates and the global market impact.
Gold Prices Rs 170 to 62,950:
The price of 22-carat gold witnessed a significant increase, rising by Rs 150 to reach Rs 57,700. In Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai, ten grams of 22-carat gold are now selling at Rs 57,850, Rs 57,700, and Rs 58,350, respectively. Meanwhile, the price of 24-carat gold surged by Rs 170 during early Saturday trade, with ten grams now priced at Rs 62,950.
Metro-Specific Rates:
In Mumbai, the cost of ten grams of 24-carat gold mirrors prices in Kolkata and Hyderabad, standing at Rs 62,950. In Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai, the corresponding rates for ten grams of 24-carat gold are Rs 63,100, Rs 62,950, and Rs 63,660, respectively. The price of ten grams of 22-carat gold in Mumbai aligns with Kolkata and Hyderabad, priced at Rs 57,700. In Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai, these rates are Rs 57,850, Rs 57,700, and Rs 58,350, respectively.
Silver Prices: Silver Notchanged @ Rs 77,200
On the other hand, the price of silver remains unchanged, with one kilogram of the precious metal holding steady at Rs 77,200 in Delhi and Mumbai. In Chennai, one kilogram of silver is trading slightly higher at Rs 80,000.
Global Market Impact:
As global markets experience fluctuations, US gold retreated to under $2,000 an ounce, influenced by a strengthened dollar and Treasury yields. This comes after traders adjusted their expectations for US interest rate cuts following robust jobs data. Spot gold fell 1.4%, closing at $2,000.49 per ounce, marking its worst week in ten. US gold futures settled 1.6% lower at $2,014.50. Spot silver also saw a decline, losing 3.3% to $23.00 per ounce, recording its worst week since October 2022.