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Silver prices climbed Rs 639 to Rs 36,613 per kg in futures trading today as participants built up fresh positions supported by a firm global trend.
Besides, covering-up of short positions by speculators also supported the upside.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, silver for delivery in March gained by Rs 639, or 1.78% to Rs 36,613 per kg in business turnover of 2,711 lots.
Likewise, the white metal for delivery in far-month May contracts traded higher by Rs 544, or 1.49% to Rs 39,968 per kg in 458 lots.
Market analysts said fresh positions built up by speculators buoyed by a firm global trend after the US Federal Reserve hinted imminent rate rise was unlikely, influenced precious metal prices at futures trade.
Meanwhile, silver climbed 2.3% to $16.67 an ounce in Singapore.
