Copper prices concluded the session with a 0.40% increase, reaching Rs 1,266.65. This uptick was bolstered by a reduction in exchange inventories and a more favourable medium-term supply outlook, although the extent of the gains was limited by a reduction in geopolitical tensions. LME copper stocks declined to 339,100 metric tonnes, marking their lowest level Read More
Zinc prices experienced a decline of 1.13%, settling at Rs 366.5, influenced by the strengthening of the U.S. dollar following the postponement of peace talks between the United States and Iran. The dollar climbed to a one-year high as uncertainty surrounding Middle East tensions increased following Switzerland’s confirmation that negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decrease of 0.49%, concluding at Rs 356.9, as the alleviation of geopolitical tensions diminished worries regarding potential supply disruptions from the Middle East. Market sentiment deteriorated following the signing of an interim peace agreement between the United States and Iran, which seeks to conclude hostilities and facilitate the reopening of the Read More
Copper prices declined by 0.23% to close at Rs 1,337.6, as investors weighed the reduction in geopolitical tensions in the Middle East against apprehensions regarding deteriorating economic indicators from China. Market sentiment showed signs of improvement following reports indicating that the United States and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement intended to resolve the conflict Read More
Gold and silver prices in India experienced a significant decline on the Multi Commodity Exchange on Thursday, driven by substantial selling pressure. This downturn followed overnight losses in global bullion prices, attributed to indications from the US Federal Reserve regarding a potential interest rate hike later this year. However, the signing of the interim US-Iran Read More
Zinc prices declined by 1% to settle at Rs 366.2, reflecting market sentiment influenced by concerns over weakening demand in China. Recent economic indicators from China revealed a 0.6% contraction in retail sales for May, representing the first decline in over three years. Additionally, fixed-asset investment decreased by 4.1% in the initial five months of Read More
Aluminium prices experienced significant selling pressure, closing 4.92% lower at Rs 356.8. The easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East has alleviated concerns regarding supply disruptions and enhanced export prospects from key Gulf producers. Market sentiment showed signs of deterioration following the announcement from U.S. and Iranian officials regarding a framework agreement aimed at Read More
Gold and silver prices in India experienced a significant increase on the Multi Commodity Exchange on Friday, driven by robust buying activity. This surge is attributed to investor optimism surrounding a potential US-Iran peace agreement that may bring an end to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. MCX gold rate for August futures contracts commenced Read More
Gold prices experienced a notable decline of 2.9%, closing at Rs 148,017, as renewed risk-off sentiment emerged in response to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Recent exchanges of strikes between the United States and Iran have diminished prospects for a diplomatic resolution, heightening concerns regarding elevated energy prices, inflationary pressures, and the potential for Read More
Natural gas prices increased by 0.27% to close at Rs 301.6, bolstered by predictions of warmer-than-anticipated weather throughout the United States in the upcoming fortnight and a steady decrease in production levels. Anticipations of elevated temperatures extending into late June are expected to heighten electricity demand for air conditioning, consequently augmenting natural gas consumption by Read More
Gold and silver prices experienced a significant decline on the Multi Commodity Exchange on Wednesday. This downturn was influenced by renewed tensions in the Middle East, a strengthening dollar, and increasing oil prices, all of which negatively impacted market sentiment following Iran’s retaliation in response to US airstrikes. In the domestic market, silver futures for Read More
Silver prices declined to Rs 2.43 lakh per kg on MCX on Tuesday, as increasing US Treasury yields and heightened expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes overshadowed the easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Investors exhibited a degree of caution in anticipation of critical US inflation data, while robust economic indicators that surpassed expectations Read More
Copper prices experienced a decline of 2.92%, settling at Rs 1,336.15. This drop reflects a weakening risk sentiment in the industrial metals sector, driven by renewed concerns about inflation and diminishing optimism regarding a potential peace agreement between the US and Iran. The decline was also reflected in physical market indicators, with the Yangshan copper Read More
Natural gas prices experienced a decline of 4.13%, settling at Rs 308.6. This movement was largely influenced by profit booking following recent gains, alongside a slight uptick in production levels. Market participants responded to the evolving supply and demand dynamics, even as the fundamentals continued to provide a supportive backdrop. According to LSEG, the average Read More
Aluminium prices increased by 0.98% to close at Rs 387.5, driven by ongoing worries regarding constricted global supplies and robust indicators of industrial demand emerging from China. Market sentiment continued to be bolstered by concerns regarding diminished aluminium production from Gulf producers, stemming from persistent geopolitical tensions associated with the Iran conflict. The Gulf region, Read More
Gold prices increased by 0.83%, closing at Rs 156,925, influenced by the recent U.S. inflation data and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The U.S. personal consumption expenditures price index increased by 3.8% year-on-year in April, aligning with market expectations and heightening apprehensions that inflation could persist at elevated levels for an extended period. Read More
Zinc prices concluded the trading session with an increase of 0.68%, reaching Rs 369.95. This rise is attributed to the constricting global supply dynamics, which have been influenced by recent interruptions at key zinc processing plants. Market sentiment improved following Nexa Resources’ decision to temporarily halt operations at its Cajamarquilla zinc smelter in Peru, the Read More
Gold prices concluded the trading session down by 0.58% at Rs 158,679, influenced by a robust US dollar and escalating crude oil prices, which heightened inflation apprehensions and bolstered anticipations of a more stringent monetary policy from the Federal Reserve. Market sentiment weakened following remarks from Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, who indicated that the Read More
Natural gas prices increased by 2.38% to close at Rs 284, reflecting a favorable market response to reduced production levels and a storage injection report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration that met expectations. The EIA indicated that utilities added 85 billion cubic feet of gas to storage for the week ending May 8, aligning Read More
Copper concluded the trading session down by 0.96% at Rs 1385.45, as profit-taking occurred following stronger-than-anticipated U.S. inflation figures, which in turn strengthened the dollar and diminished expectations for imminent Federal Reserve rate reductions. Market participants exhibited a degree of caution in anticipation of the forthcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Read More
