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MCX Gold down 23%; Silver prices dip by nearly ₹200,000 from high in 6 days

Commodity rout: Precious metals - Gold, Silver, Platinum have cracked up to 47.5%; base metals - aluminium, copper, zinc, lead and nickel - plunged up to 18% in global markets from January 29 highs.

MCX Gold down 23%; Silver prices dip by nearly ₹200,000 from high in 6 days
Updated On : 06 Feb 2026 | 10:59 AM IST

Crude Oil Dynamics '26: Risk premiums, trade realignments, demand explained

Analysts at Mirae Asset Sharekhan expects WTI Crude oil futures to trade within a broader $59-$66 per barrel range in the coming weeks.

Crude Oil Dynamics '26: Risk premiums, trade realignments, demand explained
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 3:03 PM IST

Gold, silver rally overheated, prefer ETFs over physical form: Analysts

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

Gold, silver rally overheated, prefer ETFs over physical form: Analysts
Updated On : 29 Jan 2026 | 2:35 PM IST

Multi Commodity Exchange rallies 6% on strong Q3; check key details inside

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

Multi Commodity Exchange rallies 6% on strong Q3; check key details inside
Updated On : 27 Jan 2026 | 12:30 PM IST

China to open nickel and lithium futures trading to foreign investors

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

China to open nickel and lithium futures trading to foreign investors
Updated On : 26 Jan 2026 | 11:50 AM IST

Analyst holds bearish long-term outlook for crude oil; WTI to slide to $52

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

Analyst holds bearish long-term outlook for crude oil; WTI to slide to $52
Updated On : 23 Jan 2026 | 2:52 PM IST

Here's how to trade Silver on January 23; check support, target and more

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

Here's how to trade Silver on January 23; check support, target and more
Updated On : 23 Jan 2026 | 1:57 PM IST

Gold outlook: Analyst expects spot prices to test $5,000 psychological mark

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

Gold outlook: Analyst expects spot prices to test $5,000 psychological mark
Updated On : 23 Jan 2026 | 1:32 PM IST

Gold, silver ETFs slip up to 15% amid easing geopolitical worries

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

Gold, silver ETFs slip up to 15% amid easing geopolitical worries
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 3:10 PM IST

Analyst remains bearish on crude oil; WTI to slide to $52, Brent $56-57

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.

Analyst remains bearish on crude oil; WTI to slide to $52, Brent $56-57
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 2:02 PM IST

Silver crosses ₹3 lakh per kg; rally strong but correction risks loom

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.

Silver crosses ₹3 lakh per kg; rally strong but correction risks loom
Updated On : 19 Jan 2026 | 12:26 PM IST

Crude oil price outlook: Brent crude to average $56 in 2026, WTI near $49

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

Crude oil price outlook: Brent crude to average $56 in 2026, WTI near $49
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 2:13 PM IST

Iranian crisis aids crude prices; Brent faces resistance at $68, WTI at $62

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

Iranian crisis aids crude prices; Brent faces resistance at $68, WTI at $62
Updated On : 14 Jan 2026 | 1:05 PM IST

Silver price prediction: Analyst explains why chasing rally may be risky

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.

Silver price prediction: Analyst explains why chasing rally may be risky
Updated On : 09 Jan 2026 | 12:51 PM IST

How to trade Gold amid US data, index rebalancing, geopolitical tensions?

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

How to trade Gold amid US data, index rebalancing, geopolitical tensions?
Updated On : 09 Jan 2026 | 12:31 PM IST

Up to 50 mn barrels of Venezuela oil to US: Impact on China, oil prices

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

Up to 50 mn barrels of Venezuela oil to US: Impact on China, oil prices
Updated On : 07 Jan 2026 | 12:47 PM IST

IFSCA seeks vast changes to develop commodity trading hub at GIFT-IFSC

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

IFSCA seeks vast changes to develop commodity trading hub at GIFT-IFSC
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 10:33 PM IST

Analyst sees Silver near $70; 2026 outlook positive for long-term investors

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

Analyst sees Silver near $70; 2026 outlook positive for long-term investors
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 2:02 PM IST

Here's how to trade Gold on January 02; Check support, target and more

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

Here's how to trade Gold on January 02; Check support, target and more
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Crude oil outlook for 2026 remains range-bound amid persistent supply glut

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

Crude oil outlook for 2026 remains range-bound amid persistent supply glut
Updated On : 01 Jan 2026 | 8:46 AM IST