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Precious metals market price volatility

Overview

Precious metal markets have experienced significant volatility. Initially, gold and silver prices showed signs of stabilization and an upward trend following a period of correction. However, the market subsequently underwent sharp corrections due to heavy profit booking, a strengthening US Dollar Index, and rising US bond yields. Recent trading sessions have seen further declines on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) and through the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA). Gold prices fell by approximately ₹1,855 to ₹2,000 per 10 grams, while silver experienced sharper drops, with some reports indicating a decline of over ₹8,000 per kilogram. This downward trend is driven by a strengthening US dollar, rising 10-year US Treasury yields, increasing crude oil prices, and persistent inflationary pressures that fuel expectations that the US Federal Reserve may delay interest-rate cuts. Market trends have continued to weaken globally. In the German market, the average price for a one-ounce Krugerrand gold coin fell by approximately 1.58 percent to roughly 3,982 euros, even as premiums for bars and coins saw slight increases. Silver prices also trended downward, with Maple Leaf and kilobar silver bars decreasing by 2.56 percent and 2.93 percent, respectively. Technical analysis indicates a bearish scenario for gold holds a 55 percent probability, with the price closing the trading week at 4,429.40 USD. Analysts suggest a sustained bullish reversal would require a daily closing price above 4,696.30 USD. Global silver prices have faced additional fluctuations due to profit-taking and investor caution. Silver futures for December 2026 closed lower at $66.820 per ounce, a 1.31 percent decrease. This decline is attributed to dollar movements, bond yield volatility, and slowing demand in industrial sectors such as solar energy and microelectronics. In certain local markets, silver prices have remained stable, with 999 purity silver recorded at approximately 104.75 EGP for sale.

Entities

Multi Commodity Exchange · COMEX · HSBC · Bart Brands · Newmont Corporation

Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [BUSINESS] 9 sources
    Precious metals face sharp decline amid inflation fears

    Gold and silver prices fell sharply due to rising US inflation and European Central Bank policy shifts, though some analysts suggest silver has found long-term technical support.

  2. 6 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Silver prices fluctuate amid global profit-taking

    Silver prices saw stability in local markets while global silver futures dropped 1.31% to $66.820 per ounce due to profit-taking and industrial demand concerns.

  3. 7 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Gold and silver prices decline amid weakening market trends

    Gold and silver prices have declined significantly over the past week, with gold trading at 4,429.40 USD amid a weakening technical outlook and rising dealer premiums.

  4. 9 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Gold and silver prices drop amid rising US yields and dollar strength

    Gold and silver prices have dropped significantly on the MCX and IBJA, driven by a stronger US dollar, rising bond yields, and expectations of delayed interest-rate cuts.

  5. 24 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Gold and silver prices drop sharply amid profit booking and rising US bond yields

    Gold and silver prices have dropped sharply due to profit booking, a strong US Dollar, and rising bond yields, leading to a significant correction in domestic and international commodity markets.

  6. 26 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Gold and silver prices show signs of recovery

    Gold and silver prices show signs of recovery following recent corrections, supported by technical breakouts in major mining stocks like Newmont Corporation and long-term demand for scarce assets.

Sources

actionforex.com · bpmoney.com.br · captainaltcoin.com · crypto-insiders.nl · dekritischebelegger.nl · detlionblood32.wordpress.com · dgabc.com.br · elaosboa.com · finanznachrichten.de · focus.de · furnishing.com · goldreporter.de · hindi.news18.com · indias.news · moneytimes.com.br · negocios.com · newsindialive.in · royanews.tv · thelivenagpur.com · timesbull.com · tnonline.com.br · tradingview.com

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