Copper yesterday settled lower by 0.3% at Rs 1,304.25 as profit booking emerged following recent gains attributed to easing geopolitical tensions, a weaker U.S. dollar, and improving demand indicators from China. Market sentiment continued to be bolstered following indications from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the potential for a swift resolution to the U.S.-Iran conflict, Read More
Natural Gas yesterday settled higher by 2.13% at Rs 263.9 following the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s report of a smaller-than-expected increase in natural gas storage levels, which bolstered bullish market sentiment. Utilities injected 63 billion cubic feet of gas into storage during the week ended May 1, which fell short of market expectations of 74 Read More
Gold experienced an uptick on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India on Friday, as apprehensions regarding inflation and elevated interest rates subsided. Investor sentiment continued to be bolstered by optimism regarding a potential peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran, even in the face of new attacks in the region. In a statement on Truth Read More
Zinc prices experienced a slight increase of 0.26%, closing at Rs 346.55. This uptick was bolstered by a reduction in geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran, coupled with constricting supply conditions in the near term. Market sentiment exhibited resilience as declining LME inventories and a contracting Cash-3M contango indicated heightened demand in the near Read More
Natural gas prices experienced a decline of 3.22%, settling at Rs 258.4. This decrease was influenced by diminished short-term demand forecasts and a reduction in gas flows to LNG export terminals, coinciding with the seasonal maintenance period in spring. Pipeline deliveries to LNG export plants have decreased to their lowest level since late January, as Read More
Gold prices concluded the trading session with an increase of 1.59%, reaching Rs 152132. This uptick was bolstered by diminishing inflation worries, as indications of potential diplomatic advancements between the U.S. and Iran exerted downward pressure on both the dollar and crude oil prices. U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that a potential agreement with Iran Read More
Aluminium prices increased by 0.94%, closing at Rs 374.5, bolstered by ongoing supply concerns associated with rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The current impasse between the United States and Iran has heightened concerns regarding potential interruptions in cargo transport from the Gulf region, especially via the Strait of Hormuz. Further backing emerged following Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a notable decline of 3.57%, settling at Rs 9,698. This movement reflects the market’s attempt to reconcile rising geopolitical risks with the potential that the current tensions are merely components of ongoing negotiations. Renewed clashes between the United States and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, including attacks on vessels and Read More
The price of silver has risen to around $75 after experiencing declines in the previous week. The ongoing ceasefire with Iran remains intact, effectively reducing geopolitical uncertainties. The recent downturn in oil prices has contributed to a reduction in inflationary pressures, thereby mitigating fears of imminent interest rate hikes. The United States has halted its Read More
Copper prices decreased by 0.43%, closing at Rs 1,276.75, as new demand worries associated with rising tensions between Iran and the US countered the support from tightening near-term supply indicators. The increase in geopolitical risks has bolstered the US dollar, while simultaneously heightening worries regarding global growth and industrial demand, thereby impacting sentiment in the Read More
Natural gas prices increased by 3.78%, closing at Rs 274.5, driven by a blend of constrained supply conditions and robust export demand. The increase was mainly attributed to a storage build that was less than anticipated, reduced production rates, and nearly unprecedented LNG exports. The EIA reported a storage injection of 79 Bcf for the Read More
Gold prices fell by 1.33% to close at Rs 149,339, continuing their downward trend even amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Rising risks in the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing conflict have propelled energy prices upward, amplifying global inflation worries. This has bolstered expectations that significant central banks might sustain high interest rates Read More
Aluminium experienced an increase of 0.81%, concluding at Rs 368.9. This rise was underpinned by strong manufacturing activity in China and ongoing supply-side issues associated with geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Robust Chinese macroeconomic indicators, highlighted by a manufacturing PMI increase to 52.2 in April—marking its most rapid expansion since December 2020—bolstered confidence in Read More
Crude oil declined by 2.05% to settle at Rs 9,665, influenced by a reduction in geopolitical risk sentiment as optimism surrounding a potential U.S.–Iran ceasefire increased. Market participants responded to signs of renewed diplomatic engagement, which may ultimately lead to the stabilization of supply disruptions. Nonetheless, fundamental apprehensions regarding a wider energy crisis remain, as Read More
Gold prices experienced a decline on Monday, continuing a trend of recent weakness as indications of diminishing tensions between the US and Iran led to a reduction in safe-haven demand for these precious metals. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold futures for June 5 opened at Rs 1,51,150, reflecting a decrease of Rs 382 from Read More
Copper prices declined by 0.13% to close at Rs 1,275.3, influenced by signs of an increasing global surplus and prevailing macroeconomic challenges. The appreciation of the dollar, apprehensions regarding global economic expansion, and ongoing geopolitical instability in the Middle East have negatively impacted sentiment, especially in light of weaker demand indicators from China. Data from Read More
Natural gas prices experienced a decline of 2.1%, settling at Rs 252.1. This decrease is attributed to expectations of mild weather conditions, which are facilitating higher-than-normal storage injections. Softer seasonal demand has impacted sentiment, with projections suggesting that inventory levels may increase to approximately 8% above normal in the short term. Furthermore, anticipated demand in Read More
Gold prices experienced a decline of 0.65%, settling at Rs 149,050. This movement is indicative of the ongoing pressures stemming from persistent inflation concerns and the anticipation of sustained higher interest rates. Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, especially regarding U.S.–Iran developments, contributed to uncertainty; however, they did not bolster bullion, as expectations of Read More
Zinc prices experienced a decline of -1.3%, concluding at Rs 341.8, influenced by reports that Swedish miner Boliden intends to recommence production at its Garpenberg mine in the second quarter, thereby alleviating certain supply apprehensions. Nonetheless, losses were contained as short-term supply constraints persist, supporting the market due to limited availability of raw materials. Fundamentally, Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a notable increase of 4.16%, concluding at Rs 9,485, a movement attributed to enduring geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions associated with the ongoing conflict in Iran. The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, an essential conduit for global oil transportation, has markedly restricted exports from the Middle East, thereby intensifying Read More
