Commodity Trading

Best way to invest in Gold, Silver: Analysts said investors could invest in gold and silver in a staggered manner, such as via ETFs, to manage volatility and risks

MCX share price moved higher on Tuesday after the exchange reported strong financial performance for the December quarter of FY26 (Q3FY26).

The Shanghai exchange unveiled an internationalisation plan last May, which included a proposal to allow overseas investors to post foreign exchange as collateral for yuan-denominated trades

While Brent should retain a geopolitical risk premium, it is similarly forecasted to retreat toward $56-$57/b as supply growth from non-OPEC+ producers outweighs softening demand

Spot silver is expected to test psychological resistance at $100 amid lingering geopolitical uncertainty and worries. Risk will come from easing geopolitical concerns

Spot gold will continue to draw support from safe-haven buying amid elevated geopolitical tensions as Greenland uncertainty continues

At 10:33 AM, Tata Silver fell 15 per cent, Nippon Silver ETF, Mirae Asset Sharekhan, Aditya Birla Sun Life Silver ETF, and Bandhan Silver ETF slipped around 12 per cent

Crude oil prices are holding firm this week as tensions between Iran and the US temporarily ease after Donald Trump indicated he does not intend to launch military action.

The tariff threat, tied to a dispute over control of Greenland and broader trade tensions, has rattled markets and reinforced precious metals' appeal as a hedge against economic instability.

Global inventories are expected to build by an average of 2.8 mbpd through the first half of the year, marking the largest surplus in recent memory

The current upward trajectory is primarily driven by a toxic mix of heightened geopolitical risks in the Middle East, infrastructure disruptions in the Caspian region, and significant capital inflows

Roughly $6 billion of silver futures are set to be sold amid index rebalancing. Mirae Asset Sharekhan analyst suggests if Silver prices hold the support of $70, investors may consider buying the dip.

Gold price outlook: Huge volatility and choppiness are expected to continue in gold as traders navigate the maze of data and events in the very short term

Mirae Asset Sharekhan expects global oil market to be in surplus for a pro-longed period. It predicts WTI crude oil to hit $48 per barrel-mark in 2026

IFSCA has proposed regulatory changes to notify commodity trading as a financial product and deepen participation at GIFT-IFSC to position it as a global commodities hub

Silver needs to hold above $70 to make a fresh attempt at a new high. An increase in margins is serving as a bearish catalyst for the metal

Barring geopolitical shocks, spot gold may trade with a slightly bearish tilt ahead of the US ISM data and Index rebalancing.

Despite multiple flashpoints during the year, oil prices struggled to sustain rallies, highlighting the market's growing sensitivity to excess supply

Oil price outlook: The most significant downward pressure on oil prices this month stems from renewed optimism regarding the conflict in Ukraine.

On the technical charts, Gold has confirmed a fresh breakout from a classic cup and handle formation, reinforcing the strength of the ongoing uptrend, says Apurva Sheth of SAMCO Securities.