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What should you do with your gold investments amid delay in US-Iran deal, high oil prices and inflationary concerns

Gold prices on MCX slipped amid rising geopolitical tensions, elevated crude oil prices and inflation concerns linked to the delayed US-Iran deal. Experts advise investors to avoid panic selling and instead hold or accumulate gold in phases during dips. Financial gold options like ETFs and mutual funds are preferred. Analysts…

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Silver gains Rs 2,000/kg, gold at Rs 1.58 lakh/10 gms on weak dollar, Iran war peace deal hopes. Key levels to watch

Gold and silver prices on MCX opened slightly higher on Wednesday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and investor focus on U.S.-Iran peace talks and the Federal Reserve’s future policy direction.

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Silver dips Rs 3,800/kg, gold at Rs 1.58 lakh/10 gms after US attacks southern Iran in fresh strikes. Should you sell?

Gold and silver prices on the MCX opened lower on Tuesday as renewed U.S. strikes in Iran pushed oil prices higher, fueling concerns over sticky inflation and prolonged elevated interest rates. The weakness followed U.S. military strikes on targets in southern Iran, including missile launch sites and boats allegedly involved…

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Commodity Radar: Gold's bullish trend intact despite current consolidation. Buy for these targets

MCX gold prices continue to consolidate near record levels, supported by safe-haven demand amid global uncertainty, with analysts maintaining a positive bias and suggesting a buy-on-dips strategy. Technical indicators point to sustained bullish momentum, though consolidation may continue until a decisive breakout above key resistance levels emerges.

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BSE, NSE Holidays 2026: Is the stock market open or closed on May 28?

Indian stock markets face a shortened trading week. The National Stock Exchange and BSE will be closed on Thursday, May 28, for Bakri Eid. This is one of 16 stock market holidays planned for 2026. Trading will resume on Friday. The Multi Commodity Exchange will have a partial closure.

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Silver soars Rs 5,000/kg, gold nears Rs 1.6 lakh/10 grams on US-Iran peace deal progress. Right time to buy?

Gold and silver prices rallied on MCX on Monday amid a weaker dollar and easing crude oil prices, as optimism grew over a possible U.S.-Iran peace deal. MCX silver futures for July 2026 delivery surged 1.8% or Rs 5,042 to Rs 2,76,888 per kg, while June 2026 gold futures climbed…

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Silver dips Rs 1,600/kg, gold down Rs 800/10 grams on firm dollar, Iran war uncertainty. Key levels to watch today

Gold and silver futures fell on MCX Friday, dragged by a stronger dollar and rising oil prices fueling Fed rate hike fears. Gold (June) dropped ₹800 to ₹1,58,816/10g, while Silver (July) slid ₹1,617 (0.6%) to ₹2,73,266/kg — reversing modest gains from the prior session.

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BSE vs MCX: Which stock are you betting on? Jefferies, Morgan Stanley, others have their say

Amidst market volatility, Indian stock exchanges BSE and MCX have seen significant rallies, driven by increased trading activity. Both reported strong Q4 earnings. While Jefferies and ICICI Securities remain cautious on BSE, citing stagnant market share, brokerages like HDFC Securities and Morgan Stanley are more optimistic about MCX, highlighting its…

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Gold prices drop below Rs 1.6 lakh/10 grams, silver falls Rs 1,350/kg as investors await Iran-US peace deal. What lies ahead?

Gold and silver prices on MCX edged lower on Thursday as easing US Treasury yields and a rally in global equities reduced safe-haven demand, despite ongoing Iran-US tensions.

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Silver dips Rs 3,000/kg, gold down Rs 1,100/10g as firm dollar outweighs Iran war peace hopes. What’s next?

Gold and silver prices slipped on MCX Wednesday as rising U.S. Treasury yields and a stronger dollar weighed on bullion despite optimism over a potential US-Iran peace deal. Silver futures for July 2026 fell 1% or Rs 2,889 to Rs 2,67,230/kg, while June 2026 gold futures dropped Rs 1,121 to…

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Commodity Radar: Aluminium rally gathers pace as Middle East tensions squeeze supplies. Is 45% one-year rally sustainable?

Aluminium prices remain elevated amid Middle East tensions and tight global supply, with sentiment supported by structural shortages. Analysts expect continued strength, with technical indicators pointing to a sustained uptrend and MCX Aluminium trading within a bullish range, supported by institutional buying and favourable momentum signals.

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Gold prices snap 2-day fall, silver at Rs 2.75 lakh/kg. What should you do amid Iran war uncertainty?

Gold prices rose while silver declined on MCX Tuesday as a weaker dollar and cooling crude oil prices influenced sentiment. Gold gained after U.S. President Donald Trump delayed a planned strike on Iran, easing concerns over oil supply disruptions and inflation.

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Commodity Radar: Rupee's record lows support gold prices. Can fresh base formation trigger upside?

Gold futures on MCX are holding above key support levels as rupee weakness nears record lows, boosting domestic prices despite global softness. Analysts say MCX gold is showing early signs of base formation, with consolidation above Rs 1.58 lakh potentially paving the way for further upside if momentum sustains.

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Hindustan Zinc shares crack 7% in two sessions. What’s behind the sharp slide?

Hindustan Zinc shares fell as silver prices crashed sharply on Multi Commodity Exchange of India. MCX silver plunged over Rs 5,000 per kg in a day and has corrected nearly 13% from recent highs following the government’s import duty hike, amid rising Iran war tensions and fading hopes of a…

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Silver prices tumble Rs 35,000/kg in just 4 days. Should investors buy this dip?

MCX silver futures have plummeted nearly 40% from their January record high, driven by a combination of demand destruction, macroeconomic concerns, and a recent 15% import duty hike in India. The white metal's industrial demand sensitivity and shifting investor sentiment are key factors in its sharp correction.

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Silver tanks Rs 5,600/kg, gold slips Rs 1,000/10g after drone strike on UAE nuclear plant amid Iran war fears. Time to sell?

Gold and silver prices opened sharply lower on Monday, driven by escalating Middle East tensions that pushed oil prices higher and fueled inflation concerns. This surge in oil prices strengthened expectations that interest rates could remain elevated for longer, impacting bullion markets. Investors are closely watching for further clues on…

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Gold vs silver: Where to put Rs 1 lakh today? Experts suggest allocation strategy as gold-silver ratio drops below 55

An ideal allocation between gold and silver should depend on an individual’s risk appetite, financial goals and investment goals, Guha underlines. “Gold can be part of the core investment portfolio. Silver can be allocated for a diversified profile and a tactical allocation to benefit from industrial demands and short-term higher…

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Custom hike duty impact gone from silver! 3 reasons why gold's poor cousin is down by Rs 33,000

Silver prices tumbled up to Rs 17,500 on the MCX, slipping below pre-duty hike levels as demand weakened at elevated prices and industrial sentiment softened. A sharp import duty jump, global growth concerns, and fading safe-haven buying have erased all post-hike gains, pushing silver into a highly volatile phase.

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Silver prices slip below pre-customs duty hike levels, tumble Rs 17,500 in a day. 3 major reasons why

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Silver tumbles Rs 17,500, gold down Rs 3,100 as Iran war tensions stoke inflation worries. All eyes on Trump-Xi meet

Gold and silver prices opened sharply lower on MCX Friday, driven by rising energy prices fueling inflation concerns and expectations of prolonged high interest rates. Investors are closely watching U.S.-China trade talks, with gold and silver futures experiencing significant dips. Spot gold and silver also declined internationally, reflecting market pressure.

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MCX shares jump 9% in a week to hit a fresh record high; rally 166% in one year. What next?

Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) shares surged over 3% to a record high, extending recent gains driven by strong Q4 results and rising gold and silver prices. The company reported a fourfold net profit increase and threefold revenue jump, boosting investor confidence despite market weakness. Analysts remain cautious, with one maintaining…

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Silver slides Rs 3,300/kg, gold drops Rs 1,600/10g as Trump-Xi talks in spotlight amid Iran war; key levels to watch

Gold and silver prices opened sharply lower on MCX Thursday as markets tracked ongoing Trump-Xi talks and developments in the Iran conflict. MCX silver futures for July 2026 fell Rs 3,359, or 1.1%, to Rs 2,96,879 per kg, while June 2026 gold futures dropped Rs 1,159, or 0.7%, to Rs…

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What should you do with your gold investments as gold import duty increases to 15%?

Gold prices surged after the government raised gold import duty from 6% to 15%, impacting MCX, IBJA rates, ETFs, and jewellery retailer prices. Experts advise existing investors to hold gold as a hedge against inflation and global uncertainty, avoiding panic selling. New investors should opt for staggered buying instead of…

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Silver rate today: Silver prices surge across IBJA, MCX, MMTC-PAMP after import duty on white metal increased

Silver prices saw a significant jump on May 13, 2026. This surge followed the government's decision to increase customs duty on silver imports. Global geopolitical tensions and inflation worries also contributed to the price rise. Experts predict higher domestic prices and potential impact on consumer demand. The duty hike aims…

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Why gold’s Rs 10,000 spike after import duty increase is a one-off move

Gold and silver prices staged a sharp comeback on Wednesday, with MCX futures for both metals surging nearly 6% in a single session after the government raised customs duty on precious metal imports. Gold prices jumped about Rs 9,600, while silver soared nearly Rs 17,000, marking one of the biggest…

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