Commodity

Gold rate today: Gold prices rose in the international market, supported by lower crude oil prices and a weaker dollar. Spot gold price gained 0.7% to $4,461.09 per ounce.

Metals and mining sector showed resilience in Q4 FY26, supported by high commodity prices and strong demand. Most companies met or surpassed expectations, with APL Apollo Tubes and Hindalco receiving 'Buy' ratings from Axis Direct, highlighting their robust performance and strategic growth plans.

Gold rate today: Gold prices declined in the international market, as fresh escalation in the US-Iran war in the Middle East pushed crude oil prices higher, cementing fears that interest rates would stay ​higher for longer to tame inflation.

Silver 100 contracts will be compulsorily settled through physical delivery, with Ahmedabad designated as the delivery centre through MCX Clearing Corporation-accredited facilities. The delivery unit has been fixed at 100 grams.

Gold prices edged lower as the US dollar hovered near a six-week high, making dollar-denominated bullion more expensive for holders of other currencies. The yellow metal has declined around 0.4% so far this week.

India's bullion market faces challenges as import duties on gold and silver rise to 15%. The move aims to curb imports and stabilize the rupee amidst global uncertainties. Concerns emerge over silver ETF supply due to new import restrictions, potentially leading to higher domestic premiums.

The current coverage ratio — physical silver versus paper contracts — has tightened to 15.4%. In trading parlance, any level below 15% is considered a “stress zone”.

Gold, Silver Rates Today Highlights: Strong domestic investment demand for gold persisted. Indian gold ETF inflows jumped 186% YoY to a record 20 metric tons in the March quarter.