Copper prices fell by 0.47%, closing at Rs 1,302.35, influenced by widespread selling in industrial metals amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran, which dampened investor appetite for risk assets. Market sentiment experienced pressure from disappointing economic data out of China, although supply disruptions in Chile mitigated the extent of the decline. China’s Read More
Natural gas prices increased by 2.47%, concluding at Rs 281.70, bolstered by short covering and enhanced demand expectations. Market sentiment improved as forecasts indicated a rise in petrol consumption in the upcoming weeks, supported by heightened feedgas flows to the Freeport LNG export facility in Texas after previous operational setbacks. Fundamental indicators continued to exhibit Read More
Gold prices concluded the trading session with an increase of 0.4%, reaching Rs 140,906. This uptick was driven by bargain buying following recent declines, bolstered by Goldman Sachs’ projections regarding ongoing gold acquisitions by central banks. Despite the daily recovery, bullion experienced a weekly decline as rising geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran Read More
Zinc prices increased by 0.84%, closing at Rs 377.30, bolstered by constricting near-term supply conditions and positive manufacturing data from key economies. Market sentiment showed signs of improvement as manufacturing indicators from China, Europe, and the United States suggested ongoing industrial resilience in the face of elevated input costs. However, gains remained constrained by rising Read More
Crude oil prices concluded the trading session with a slight increase, rising by 0.01% to reach Rs 7,614. This uptick was driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which counterbalanced worries regarding the growing global supply. Market sentiment remained buoyed following reports that Iran has encouraged Yemen’s Houthis to brace for possible disruptions Read More
Gold prices fell by 0.29%, closing at Rs 141,850, as the release of softer U.S. inflation data alleviated immediate concerns regarding rate hikes. Concurrently, rising tensions in the Middle East and increasing crude oil prices sustained demand for safe-haven assets. Despite the easing of inflation bolstering expectations for forthcoming monetary easing, markets continued to factor Read More
Copper prices concluded the session with a slight decline of 0.01%, settling at Rs 1,311.75, as investors weighed the impact of lacklustre macroeconomic indicators from China against the backdrop of milder inflation figures from the United States. China’s economic growth has decelerated to a three-and-a-half-year low, falling short of market expectations as subdued domestic demand Read More
Natural gas prices increased by 1.29% to close at Rs 282.7, buoyed by short covering following recent downturns. However, the overall fundamental perspective continues to be shaped by increasing domestic production and diminished demand for LNG exports. Maintenance work at Freeport LNG’s export facility in Texas has continued to restrict gas flows for liquefaction, thereby Read More
The yellow metal concluded at Rs 1,42,257 per 10 grams on the Multi Commodity Exchange on Wednesday, 15 July, whereas Silver finished at Rs 2,20,620 per kg. Spot gold price on the US Comex was approximately $4,036 per ounce, reflecting a decline of 0.38%. Meanwhile, silver was trading at $57.34 per ounce on the exchange, Read More
Copper prices advanced 1.20% to settle at Rs 1,311.9, buoyed by improving demand signals from China, tightening global inventories, and ongoing supply concerns. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have positively influenced sentiment, as renewed attacks involving the United States and Iran have intensified concerns regarding potential disruptions to global trade via the Strait of Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a notable increase of 3.04%, closing at Rs 7,584. This rise was primarily influenced by heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have rekindled apprehensions regarding global energy supplies. The United States has reinstated a naval blockade of Iran, as renewed hostilities between Washington and Tehran have heightened concerns regarding Read More
Aluminium prices increased by 0.40%, concluding at Rs 339.80, bolstered by persistent supply concerns and the contraction of exchange inventories. Visible aluminium stocks in LME-registered warehouses have reached their lowest level since 2022, while inventories at the Shanghai Futures Exchange have decreased by 4.8%, underscoring robust physical demand. Renewed geopolitical uncertainty following fresh U.S. strikes Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a notable increase of 8.01%, concluding at Rs 7,360, driven by rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that intensified apprehensions regarding global energy supplies. Iran has intensified missile strikes on Gulf nations in response to renewed U.S. military actions, heightening concerns over potential disruptions to oil shipments via the Strait Read More
Gold and silver prices commenced trading on a positive note on Tuesday on the MCX, breaking a two-day decline. This uptick occurred amidst rising tensions between the United States and Iran, which led to a significant increase in oil prices, thereby heightening inflation concerns. These developments have reinforced expectations for elevated U.S. interest rates following Read More
Aluminium prices fell by 1.6%, closing at Rs 338.45, influenced by enhanced supply outlooks following the resumption of operations at Emirates Global Aluminium’s Al Taweelah alumina refinery after a three-and-a-half-month shutdown. The company anticipates that production will achieve 50% of capacity within a matter of days and expects to restore full operational capability by year-end, Read More
Natural gas prices decreased by 2.57%, closing at Rs 280.3. This decline was influenced by anticipations of reduced feedgas demand from LNG export facilities, coupled with stronger-than-expected storage injections. Freeport LNG has declared a period of scheduled maintenance at its pre-treatment and liquefaction facilities, set to occur from 10 July through late August. This maintenance Read More
Silver prices commenced the trading session on the MCX with a notable decline on Monday, marking a continuation of losses for a second consecutive session. This downturn is attributed to heightened apprehensions regarding the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has led to a significant increase in oil prices. Such developments have intensified Read More
Zinc prices advanced 1.93% to settle at Rs 375.9, bolstered by constricting near-term supply conditions and a resurgence in manufacturing activity across major economies. A more robust manufacturing outlook from China, Europe, and the United States has enhanced sentiment for industrial metals. Concurrently, supply disruptions at critical mining and smelting operations have sustained prices, even Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a decline of 3.1%, settling at Rs 6,854, as traders took the opportunity to book profits following a recent rally that was fuelled by rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Despite the correction, market sentiment continued to exhibit a pronounced sensitivity to developments related to the renewed conflict between the Read More
Gold prices experienced a notable rebound, closing 1.11% higher at Rs 145,300, bolstered by a slightly weaker U.S. dollar that stimulated buying interest. However, investor sentiment remained cautious due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the prevailing uncertainty regarding the Federal Reserve’s policy direction. The recovery also reflected short covering after recent Read More
