WTI crude oil prices opened weaker, tumbling over 4 per cent in early trading, a sharp reversal from the prior week's modest 2.2 per cent.
Despite Western countries imposing sanctions and gradually widening measures, Russia's oil exports have not been significantly impacted so far, Kotak said
For those willing to take a long-term view, platinum may once again reclaim its title as the elder cousin among precious metals - not necessarily surpassing gold in absolute terms but closing the gap
Huge surge in silver ETF inflows is the major driver of this stunning ongoing silver rally as Fed rate cut expectations boost investors' sentiments
Gold prices surged Rs 2,700 to scale a new peak of Rs 1,18,900 per 10 grams in the national capital amid sustained global demand for the safe-haven asset while rupee touching a new low facing the brunt of US H-1B visa fee hike. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,16,200 per 10 grams in the previous market session. In the local bullion market, gold of 99.5 per cent purity rallied Rs 2,650 to hit a record high of Rs 1,18,300 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). It had settled at Rs 1,15,650 per 10 grams on Monday. Traders said the rupee's steep fall against the US dollar added to the rally of the precious metal. Silver prices also skyrocketed by Rs 3,220 to hit an all-time high of Rs 1,39,600 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) on Tuesday. The white metal had ended at Rs 1,36,380 per kg in the previous session. On Tuesday, the rupee depreciated 47 paise to hit an all-time low of 88.75 (provisional) against th
Spot silver closed with a loss of over 2 per cent at $41.67 MOz on September 17 as the US Dollar Index and bond yields spiked higher on the Fed Chair Powell's comments in his post FOMC presser
Spot gold hit a new record high of $3,707 on September 17 as the US Federal Reserve cut the Fed Fund overnight rate by 25 bps to 4-4.25 per cent range and signalled two more rate cuts by the end of th
Brent crude faces limited upside above $70, as higher prices may dampen Chinese demand, while increased OPEC+ production is helping offset geopolitical risks
Silver outlook continues to remain constructive on rate cut expectations, huge ETF inflows, elevated geopolitical and economic risks. Strength in gold bodes well for silver.
On the technical side, charts are crystal clear. Gold recently broke out of a bullish pole-and-flag pattern on the weekly time-frame, a setup that often precedes strong continuation rallies.
Gold outlook: As the Fed Chair Powell's focus has shifted from inflation to the weakening US job market, the US monthly job report will be critical for gold for short-term trading.
Strong ongoing rally in Chinese equities is mostly positive for the grey metal. CSI33 Index has rallied over 27 per cent from its April low.
Gold outlook: Spot gold continues to find robust support from a confluence of macroeconomic factors, chief among them being the rapidly deteriorating fiscal landscape in major economies.
Stock Market Holiday: Indian equity markets will remain closed for trading today on account of Ganesh Chaturthi
Praveen Singh, head of currencies and commodities at Mirae Asset Sharekhan, recommends buying on dips rather than chasing the rally. He also advises closely monitoring the geopolitical situation
Praveen Singh, head of currencies and commodities at Mirae Asset Sharekhan, has shared his outlook for the yellow metal
In ultra short-term, spot silver is likely to be under pressure on reduced safe haven demand and a firmer US Dollar
Gold is under pressure from geopolitical factors as traders expect that the US-driven peace efforts may lead to a breakthrough in the Ukraine war talks
Gold trading strategy: In the near-term, safe haven demand is somewhat subdued due to US-China trade truce extension and hopes from the upcoming US-Russia meeting in Alaska.
Gold faces a strong resistance at $3420 (₹102,300 at INR/USD rate of ₹87.43) as posed by the 4-month-old trendline.