Gold prices surged to ₹162,250.00, marking a 5.74% increase from the opening level, as the commodities market closed today. Silver also experienced a notable rise, reaching ₹300,400.00, up by 7.65% from its opening price. The movement in these precious metals reflects a dynamic trading session influenced by various market factors.
Precious metals
In the precious metals segment, gold opened at ₹154,851.00 and reached a high of ₹164,497.00 during the session, before settling at ₹162,250.00. Silver, on the other hand, opened at ₹290,224.00 and peaked at ₹304,891.00. The gold mini contract also showed significant activity, closing at ₹161,504.00, up 5.46% from its opening of ₹153,575.00.
Energy commodities
Crude oil saw a slight decline, closing at ₹9,700.00, a 0.24% decrease from its opening price of ₹9,673.00. The session’s high was ₹9,955.00. Natural gas, however, experienced a modest increase, ending at ₹275.40, up 1.66% from the opening level of ₹270.60.
Base metals
Among base metals, aluminium closed at ₹386.00, marking a 2.12% rise from its opening price of ₹378.05. Zinc ended at ₹364.70, up 0.65% from the opening. Copper, however, saw a slight decrease, closing at ₹1,397.25, down 0.51% from the opening level of ₹1,400.05.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 154,851.00 | 164,497.00 | 154,851.00 | 162,250.00 | 5.74% |
| Silver | 290,224.00 | 304,891.00 | 290,224.00 | 300,400.00 | 7.65% |
| Gold Mini | 153,575.00 | 163,576.00 | 153,230.00 | 161,504.00 | 5.46% |
| Aluminium | 378.05 | 387.00 | 375.30 | 386.00 | 2.12% |
| Natural Gas | 270.60 | 280.40 | 269.60 | 275.40 | 1.66% |
| Zinc | 363.50 | 366.80 | 361.80 | 364.70 | 0.65% |
| Copper | 1,400.05 | 1,414.00 | 1,395.10 | 1,397.25 | -0.51% |
| Crude Oil | 9,673.00 | 9,955.00 | 9,614.00 | 9,700.00 | -0.24% |
Outlook
The commodities market today was characterised by significant movements in precious metals, particularly gold and silver, which were buoyed by various market dynamics. The energy sector showed mixed results, with natural gas gaining slightly while crude oil saw a minor decline. Base metals had varied performances, with aluminium showing strength. Traders will continue to monitor global cues and market trends for further developments.
Data as on May 13, 2026, 11:35 PM IST.
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