Gold Market
Gold fell more than 3% on Friday as Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s remarks on inflation boosted expectations for a September interest rate increase. A stronger dollar added to the decline.
Gold prices advanced for a fifth straight session as Asian equities declined, mirroring a technology-led selloff on Wall Street. Markets await Nvidia earnings and Fed guidance.
Gold prices have surged sharply in August, supported by a weaker US dollar, expectations of monetary easing, geopolitical tensions, and sustained central-bank purchases. Strong Chinese demand and India’s upcoming festive and wedding season add further support.
Gold prices are holding steady and on track for a third consecutive weekly gain, supported by a weaker US dollar and lower Treasury yields. A drop in jobless claims has reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in September.
Gold fell on the MCX but rose internationally as Treasury yields eased. Rising oil prices and inflation concerns limit rate cut expectations. Experts view the correction as a buying opportunity.
MCX gold and silver prices declined in early trade on Tuesday as a surge in crude oil prices rekindled fears that the Federal Reserve and other central banks may raise interest rates.
Gold prices slipped on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Tuesday even as international benchmarks extended gains. The divergence came as traders toned down expectations of an aggressive US Federal Reserve rate hike.
Gold trades at three different price levels: spot, futures, and physical. Each serves a distinct market and is influenced by different factors.
Gold and silver prices were largely stable in India on August 16, 2026, with spot gold near ₹1,45,165 per 10 gram and silver around ₹2,23,800 per kg. MCX futures edged higher.