Gold market at a crossroads Gold faces a delicate path into 2026. A sudden shift in interest rates, a stronger dollar or a spike in loan defaults could prompt lenders to sell large amounts of metal held as collateral. That kind of liquidation would tilt supply and demand and could push prices lower, at least … Read more
Price slide snaps eight-day winning streak The white metal fell below $57 an ounce, after losing more than 2% in the previous session and ending an eight-day run of gains. The pullback came as investors reassessed fresh buying that had pushed prices higher in recent days. What happened After a sustained rally, the market saw … Read more
Seizures Concentrated Before July 2024 Duty Cut Nearly half of the total seizures were made during the period prior to import duty reduction by the Government in July 2024. That timing raises questions about how traders and enforcement agencies responded to the planned policy change. What the numbers may indicate The concentration of seizures before … Read more
Gold futures slip on MCX as December contract eases Gold futures for December delivery on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) edged lower, falling by ₹88, or about 0.07%. The move marked a modest pullback after recent gains, leaving prices largely range-bound as traders weighed a mix of local and global factors. What drove the modest … Read more
Purchases from January through October were lower than during the same period in each of the past three years, signaling a notable pullback in consumer activity that businesses and investors should watch closely. What the slowdown means for the market A sustained dip in purchases over ten months can affect several parts of the economy. … Read more
Silver ticks higher, nudging past recent peak Silver rose as much as 0.8% to trade at $58.9471 an ounce, climbing above a previous high of $58.84 set two days earlier. The move continues a short-term upward trend in the precious metals space. Price move at a glance Latest price: $58.9471 per ounce. Intraday gain: about … Read more
Industry sees steady retention of local talent Many companies report that domestic workers are not leaving in large numbers for jobs abroad or even switching sectors. Rather than a sudden migration, the workforce looks steady, and employers are noticing both benefits and challenges from this trend. Why talent is staying put Competitive local opportunities: Home … Read more
Gold eased on December 2, with both 22-carat and 24-carat rates slipping across major Indian cities. The move was visible in local market quotes and reflected a softer tone compared with recent trading days. Market snapshot Prices for jewellery-grade (22-carat) and investment-grade (24-carat) gold fell across the board. Retail rates in several urban centres showed … Read more
Spot silver climbed for the sixth consecutive session, rising about 2% to reach a lifetime high of $57.85 per ounce in global markets. The fresh peak underscores growing investor interest in the white metal amid shifting economic and market conditions. Why silver is moving higher Safe-haven demand: Uncertainty in global markets often drives investors to … Read more
Gold price today — 22K & 24K (December 1, 2025) Here are the 24K and 22K gold rates per 10 grams across major Indian cities for December 1, 2025. Prices are shown in Indian Rupees and are indicative of local market levels early today. City-wise gold rates (per 10g) Mumbai: 24K ₹72,400 · 22K ₹66,367 … Read more