In the commodities market this afternoon, gold prices have increased to ₹159,730.00, marking a 0.21% rise from the opening level. The upward movement in gold is supported by cues of a weaker US dollar. Conversely, silver has experienced a decline, with prices falling to ₹274,696.00, a 0.71% decrease from its opening. Meanwhile, crude oil has seen a rise, trading at ₹9,968.00, up by 0.44% from the start of the session.
Precious metals
Gold has shown a steady trajectory throughout the session, reaching a high of ₹160,030.00 and a low of ₹159,161.00. The gold mini also followed a similar path, currently priced at ₹159,211.00, a 0.19% increase from its opening. Silver, despite its current decline, hit a high of ₹280,400.00 earlier in the day.
Energy commodities
Crude oil has experienced a positive session, with prices climbing to a high of ₹10,044.00. Natural gas has also edged higher, currently at ₹292.90, reflecting a 0.14% increase from its opening level.
Base metals
Among base metals, copper is trading at ₹1,343.00, a slight increase from its opening. Aluminium has risen to ₹382.60, marking a 0.37% gain, while zinc is up by 0.34%, currently at ₹366.40.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 159,899.00 | 160,030.00 | 159,161.00 | 159,730.00 | +0.21% |
| Silver | 267,400.00 | 280,400.00 | 264,949.00 | 274,696.00 | -0.71% |
| Crude Oil | 9,919.00 | 10,044.00 | 9,901.00 | 9,968.00 | +0.44% |
| Copper | 1,342.00 | 1,348.20 | 1,338.25 | 1,343.00 | -0.39% |
| Aluminium | 376.55 | 382.85 | 376.55 | 382.60 | +0.37% |
| Zinc | 362.05 | 367.90 | 359.00 | 366.40 | +0.34% |
| Gold Mini | 159,008.00 | 159,489.00 | 158,601.00 | 159,211.00 | +0.19% |
| Natural Gas | 290.40 | 297.30 | 287.10 | 292.90 | +0.14% |
Outlook
The commodities market is currently influenced by the strength of the US dollar, which is impacting precious metals. Investors are closely watching the energy sector, where crude oil and natural gas are showing positive trends. Base metals are also on the rise, indicating a potential shift in market sentiment. Moving forward, market participants will be attentive to any changes in global economic indicators that could affect commodity prices.
Data as on May 19, 2026, 02:30 PM IST.
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