Gold ETF Flows Stay Strong Even as Prices Waver Gold has shown its familiar tug-of-war with markets: prices can wobble, but investor appetite for the yellow metal via exchange-traded funds (ETFs) keeps growing. That steady interest underlines gold’s role as a strategic asset rather than a quick-trade commodity. Why investors keep buying gold ETFs Portfolio … Read more
Open interest on the Guangzhou futures exchange has climbed noticeably in recent sessions, signaling growing participation and a generally bullish tone among market players. The rise reflects more active positioning by both speculators and hedgers, and it offers clues about future price direction and investor confidence. What rising open interest tells us Open interest measures … Read more
DGFT opens 30-tonne import quota under tariff head 7108 Following the October decision to shift to a competitive bidding route, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has opened a 30-tonne quota under tariff head 7108. The move marks a clear step toward allocating imports of gold-related products via market-driven bidding rather than previous allotment … Read more
Gold futures hit record highs on MCX after sharp weekly gain Gold futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) rose sharply over the past week, gaining ₹3,160, or about 2.42%, and settling at record levels. The move underlines renewed appetite for the metal among traders and investors. Why prices climbed Safe-haven demand: Uncertainty in global … Read more
Gold edges higher as this year’s surge continues Spot gold ticked up by 0.4% to $4,320.65 an ounce by 03:19 GMT, extending a dramatic run for the metal. So far this year, bullion has climbed about 64%, a gain that has captured broad investor attention. Why gold is on the move The rally reflects a … Read more
Imports of gems and jewellery climb to $1.89 billion Imports of gems and jewellery surged by 36%, reaching $1.89 billion in the latest reporting period. The jump signals renewed activity in global buying and supply chains after a period of softer demand. Why the rise happened Stronger consumer demand: Rising spending on luxury goods and … Read more
New licensing rule in a Communist-ruled nation shakes up trade Companies in the Communist-ruled nation now need licences to operate in certain areas of trade. The move introduces fresh compliance hurdles for businesses that buy, sell or move goods across borders, and could reshape regional supply chains in the short term. Immediate commercial effects Compliance … Read more
Tight market and a fifth year of physical deficit push rates up Markets are feeling the squeeze as a persistent physical deficit stretches into its fifth consecutive year. That ongoing shortfall between supply and demand is putting upward pressure on rates across the board, squeezing margins and forcing buyers and sellers to rethink strategies. What’s … Read more
Gold rates on December 12, 2025 — what to watch On December 12, 2025, 22K and 24K gold prices across Indian cities continued to follow global cues — chiefly movements in the dollar, US Treasury yields and geopolitical sentiment. Domestic factors such as the rupee’s performance, local demand ahead of seasonal buying and changes in … Read more
Silver hits a fresh record on MCX March-delivery silver on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) climbed ₹1,420, or 0.71%, to close at a new lifetime high of ₹2,00,362 per kg. This marked the metal’s fourth straight day of gains, underscoring growing momentum in the domestic futures market. What drove the jump? Traders and market watchers … Read more