Amidst tightened supplies and mounting fears about production interruptions in China, where heavy rainfall and flooding are endangering mining and smelting operations, zinc finished 0.42% higher at Rs 399.20. Production adjustments at a mine in Southwest China are anticipated to decrease concentrate output in August by approximately 1,000 tonnes. Concurrently, maintenance activities at a smelter Read More
Crude oil concluded the trading session with a 0.78% increase, reaching Rs 8,151, as concerns regarding shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz and persistent supply disruptions provided upward momentum for prices. Shipping through the strategic waterway experienced a slowdown as the majority of shipowners opted to bypass the route, influenced by contradictory statements from Read More
Gold prices increased on the MCX on Thursday as US Treasury yields declined significantly and the dollar stayed weak following an unexpected liquidity support announcement by the US Treasury. Gold futures for October delivery on the MCX increased by Rs 447 per 10 grams, reaching Rs 1,58,443 on Thursday morning. December contracts surged past Rs Read More
Aluminium concluded the trading session with a decline of 1.11%, settling at Rs 347.05. This downturn was primarily driven by robust production figures from China and diminishing worries regarding supply from the Gulf, which overshadowed the support provided by critically low LME inventories and persistent supply disruptions. China’s aluminium production experienced a year-on-year increase of Read More
Crude oil settled 0.99% higher at Rs 8,143 as the likelihood of a renewed agreement between the United States and Iran diminished following President Donald Trump’s indication of disinterest in extending the interim peace arrangement, which officially expired on Monday. The development heightened uncertainty regarding future oil flows, especially through the strategically significant Strait of Read More
Gold prices declined on the MCX while continuing to rise in international markets on Tuesday, as Treasury yields softened from recent peaks and expectations surrounding a US Federal Reserve rate hike diminished. Gold futures for October delivery on the MCX decreased by Rs 133 per 10 grams, settling at Rs 1,54,129 per 10 grams on Read More
Zinc settled 0.31% higher at Rs 400.85, bolstered by tightening supply, production disruptions, and declining LME inventories. However, elevated prices continued to restrain demand in the leading consumer, China. Heavy rainfall and flooding in various regions of China pose a risk to mining and smelting activities. Production modifications at a mine in Southwest China are Read More
Crude oil concluded the trading session with a 2.45% increase, reaching Rs 8,063, as market participants evaluated the intensifying geopolitical tensions related to the US-Iran conflict and the potential for supply interruptions. Renewed fighting in Lebanon and attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified concerns regarding transportation and regional supply security. Meanwhile, Read More
Gold prices declined on the MCX while continuing to rise in international markets on Tuesday, as anticipations of a US Federal Reserve rate increase diminished. Investors are currently anticipating the release of minutes from the central bank’s most recent meeting, seeking new insights into the trajectory of monetary policy. Gold futures for October delivery on Read More
Copper settled 0.18% higher at Rs 1,378.3, buoyed by diminishing inventories and a constricting supply landscape beyond the borders of the United States. LME copper inventories decreased to 204,975 tonnes, reflecting a 48% decline since late May. Concurrently, the cash premium over three-month futures increased to $256.50 per tonne, marking the highest level since June Read More
Natural gas settled 1.19% higher at Rs 263.7, bolstered by projections for heightened demand due to the anticipated continuation of hotter-than-normal weather across the United States thru August 29, which is likely to elevate air-conditioning requirements from power generators. Average US Lower 48 gas output increased to 111.3 billion cubic feet per day in August, Read More
Aluminium prices concluded the trading session down by 1.73% at Rs 346.80, influenced by enhanced supply expectations from the Middle East and the anticipated restoration of smelting capacity affected by conflict, which alleviated fears of regional shortages. This occurred in the context of stalled peace talks between the U.S. and Iran, alongside ongoing threats to Read More
Natural gas prices concluded the trading session with a decline of 2.8%, settling at Rs 260.6. This decrease can be attributed to robust production levels in the U.S. and sufficient storage inventories, which overshadowed the persistent demand influenced by weather conditions in the power sector. Hotter-than-normal weather is anticipated to continue until August 28, which Read More
Gold and silver prices commenced the day on a downward trajectory on the MCX this Friday, as investors capitalised on profits following a significant increase observed in the preceding sessions. The decline occurred notwithstanding the moderate US inflation figures, which further diminished anticipations of a Federal Reserve interest rate increase in September. In the domestic Read More
Zinc settled 0.56% higher at Rs 395.55, bolstered by constrained mine supply, diminishing overseas inventories, and robust LME calendar spreads, which persistently indicate short-term market tightness. LME zinc inventories decreased to 95,000 tonnes, with cancelled warrants holding steady at a quarterly high, while on-warrant stocks dipped below critical thresholds, heightening the risk of a possible Read More
Crude oil settled 0.15% lower at Rs 7,928, influenced by downward revisions to global oil demand forecasts for 2026, a significant increase in U.S. crude inventories, and ongoing uncertainty regarding efforts to resolve the Iran conflict. Ongoing attacks on shipping in the Middle East have introduced additional geopolitical risk; however, this impact has been mitigated Read More
Gold and silver prices opened with a mixed performance on the MCX on Thursday, as softer-than-anticipated US consumer inflation diminished expectations for an imminent rate hike by the Federal Reserve. Investors are currently anticipating producer price data for additional insights into the trajectory of inflation. In the domestic market, silver futures for September 2026 delivery Read More
Copper prices concluded the trading session with a 0.16% increase, reaching Rs 1,379.15. This uptick was bolstered by expectations of tightening global supply and apprehensions regarding limited mine output. Potential U.S. import tariffs persisted in redirecting copper toward American warehouses, while the Democratic Republic of Congo’s copper concentrate export ban contributed to supply concerns. LME Read More
Natural gas prices concluded the trading session at Rs 265.4, reflecting a decline of 0.38%. This decrease is attributed to diminished LNG export flows, nearly unprecedented production levels, and anticipations of reduced demand in the forthcoming fortnight. In August, gas output in the U.S. Lower 48 states averaged 111.1 billion cubic feet per day, surpassing Read More
Gold and silver prices commenced the day on a positive note on the MCX this Wednesday, as investors look forward to the upcoming US inflation data for insights into the trajectory of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy. Ongoing tensions in the Middle East have maintained a spotlight on concerns regarding inflation driven by oil. In Read More
