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International Gold Prices Today

In the international market, US spot gold dipped 0.2% to $3,654.29 per ounce, as of 0156 GMT, after hitting a record high of $3,707.40 on Wednesday. US gold futures for December delivery slipped 0.8% to $3,690.

“The general message from the Fed was slightly to the hawkish side on interest rates, they didn’t really enthusiastically endorse lower rates,” said Marex analyst Edward Meir, according to Reuters. “As a result, we saw the dollar firm up after the Fed meeting and the Treasury rates also moved higher… I think over the short term, we are probably a little bit overbought here and we could retrace a bit further maybe to the $3,600 mark.”

What Factors Affect Gold Prices In India?

International market rates, import duties, taxes, and fluctuations in exchange rates primarily influence gold prices in India. Together, these factors determine the daily gold rates across the country.

In India, gold is deeply cultural and financial. It is a preferred investment option and is key to celebrations, particularly weddings and festivals.

With constantly changing market conditions, investors and traders monitor fluctuations closely. Staying updated is crucial for effectively navigating dynamic trends.

Silver Price Prediction 2025: ‘Precious Metal May Hit Rs 1.5 Lakh In 12 Months’

Silver could climb to as high as Rs 1.5 lakh per kg in the next 12 months, buoyed by strong industrial demand, safe-haven buying, and a weaker dollar, according to a quarterly outlook by Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFSL).

The brokerage said silver has already delivered nearly 37% returns year-to-date on MCX, outpacing several other asset classes. Globally, it expects Comex silver futures to advance towards $45 per ounce initially and touch $50 per ounce in the next phase of the rally.

“After achieving our earlier targets, we continue to believe silver remains poised for further upside. We expect prices to gradually move towards Rs 1,35,000 per kg in six months and then Rs 1,50,000 per kg in 12 months on the domestic front, assuming the rupee trades around 88.5 against the US dollar,” the report said.