Copper increased by 1.25% to close at Rs 1,222.35, driven by a positive shift in demand sentiment that overshadowed worries regarding escalating exchange inventories. Optimism regarding future consumption contributed to an increase in prices, despite stocks in Shanghai Futures Exchange warehouses rising to 391,529 tons—the highest level since March 2016—signifying the 11th consecutive weekly increase Read More
Crude oil increased by 0.64% to close at Rs 6,092, as market participants closely monitored geopolitical developments related to U.S.–Iran nuclear negotiations. Indirect negotiations in Geneva ensued after a U.S. military buildup in the region, sustaining concerns regarding potential supply disruptions. Markets are incorporating a geopolitical risk premium of $8–$10 per barrel, primarily associated with Read More
The price of silver has increased by almost two percent, and it is currently trading at more than ninety-five dollars per ounce. Increasing geopolitical tensions are the primary cause of the latest spike in prices, which has reached levels that have not been seen in more than a month. The possibility of the Strait of Read More
Zinc declined by 0.47% to close at Rs 326.95, influenced by a stronger dollar and ongoing apprehensions regarding China’s demand prospects. As markets in China resumed operations following the holidays, traders looked forward to potential restocking activities; however, the prevailing sentiment was one of caution due to a backdrop of mixed economic indicators. Weak data Read More
Natural gas declined by 2.8%, closing at Rs 257.1, influenced by forecasts of milder weather anticipated to reduce heating demand. Warmer conditions prevailing across a significant portion of the western United States as the month concludes have diminished expectations for a late-season cold snap, thereby alleviating apprehensions regarding constrained winter supplies. As winter approaches its Read More
Gold declined by 0.89%, closing at Rs 159,709, as investors adopted a cautious stance in anticipation of more clarity regarding U.S.–Iran discussions and reevaluated the prospects for U.S. interest rates. Anticipations regarding imminent Federal Reserve rate reductions have diminished, as markets predominantly forecast stable rates until April, while attributing an increased likelihood to a cut Read More
Aluminium increased by 1.07% to close at Rs 313.15, buoyed by enhanced sentiment following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, which has fostered optimism for a more lenient trade approach. Investors continue to assess the overarching trajectory of U.S. tariff policy, as trading activity in China has increased subsequent to Read More
Crude oil experienced a decline of 0.32%, concluding at Rs 5,989, following the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s report of the most significant weekly crude inventory increase in three years. U.S. crude inventories surged by 15.99 million barrels to reach 435.8 million in the week ending February 20, significantly surpassing projections of a slight increase. Inventories Read More
Gold prices increased by 0.74% to close at Rs 161,145, bolstered by a resurgence in safe-haven demand due to escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, alongside ongoing uncertainty regarding U.S. trade policy. Market participants are attentively monitoring the imminent nuclear discussions between Washington and Tehran, particularly in light of President Trump’s caution regarding Read More
Copper increased by 0.15% to close at Rs 1199.1, buoyed by a resurgence in buying interest as traders in mainland China resumed activities following the extended Lunar New Year holiday. Nonetheless, gains were limited due to renewed trade uncertainty following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to invalidate President Trump’s emergency tariffs, which led him to Read More
Natural gas prices decreased by 2.24%, concluding at Rs 262.1, influenced by near-record production levels and predictions indicating milder weather along with reduced heating demand in the upcoming week. Output across the Lower 48 states has averaged 108.6 bcfd so far in February, an increase from January’s 106.3 bcfd and approaching December’s record of 109.7 Read More
The cost of an ounce of silver rose to more than $88 on Wednesday, marking a significant increase. A preliminary worldwide tariff that is currently set at 10% has been established by the United States of America, and there are plans to raise it to 15% in the near future. The Supreme Court has ruled Read More
Zinc experienced a modest increase, closing 0.21% higher at Rs 327, bolstered by ongoing supply concerns despite the mixed signals regarding broader demand. The combination of constrained inventories and intermittent mining interruptions in China provided a foundation of support. A mine in southwest China halted production earlier this month, while a lead-zinc operation in central Read More
Crude oil experienced a slight decline, closing down by 0.2% at Rs 6,045, as a reduction in geopolitical tensions countered otherwise favourable inventory data. Sentiment softened following the progression of U.S. and Iran toward a third round of nuclear discussions in Geneva, alleviating immediate concerns regarding supply disruption. Simultaneously, new uncertainty surfaced regarding trade as Read More
Gold exhibited a robust performance, increasing approximately 3.01% to Rs 161,598, as renewed trade tensions spurred safe-haven demand. The context of U.S. policy changes, highlighted by President Trump’s decision to increase global tariffs from 10% to 15% after the Supreme Court dismissed previous “reciprocal tariffs,” has created turbulence in markets, enhancing the attractiveness of bullion Read More
Copper increased by 0.68% to close at Rs 1,168.15, as investors capitalized on the dip amid thin trading conditions. Nonetheless, the overall supply landscape continues to appear adequate. Inventories in London Metal Exchange warehouses have experienced an uninterrupted increase for 26 consecutive sessions, reaching an 11-month peak. Additionally, the total stockpiles across Shanghai, London, and Read More
Natural gas increased by 2.17% to close at Rs 282.2, buoyed by near-record levels of LNG export flows and revised forecasts indicating colder weather and heightened heating demand in the forthcoming two weeks. In February, the average flows to eight U.S. LNG export facilities reached 18.6 bcfd, nearing the record levels observed in December, thereby Read More
Gold increased by 1.33% to close at Rs 156,876, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and new trade measures that bolstered demand for safe-haven assets. U.S. President Donald Trump has declared a 10% tariff on imports from all nations and has issued a warning to Iran to finalize a nuclear agreement within a timeframe of 10–15 Read More
Aluminium declined by 0.67% to close at Rs 306.2, influenced by apprehensions regarding decelerating global growth following the IMF’s caution that subdued domestic demand and a tenuous global environment present risks, especially for China. While China achieved its 5% growth target in 2025, ongoing deflationary pressures and a more severe property downturn than anticipated cast Read More
Crude oil experienced a notable increase of 2.45%, closing at Rs 6,058, primarily influenced by rising geopolitical tensions. Concerns heightened following the deployment of U.S. warships in proximity to Iran, as Washington indicated a potential reassessment of its diplomatic strategy regarding Tehran. Simultaneously, negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict between Ukraine and Russia concluded without Read More
