In today’s commodities market, gold prices declined to ₹158,450.00, marking a 2.18% drop from the opening level of ₹161,888.00. Silver also faced a significant decline, closing at ₹271,226.00, down 6.83% from its opening price of ₹280,000.00. Meanwhile, crude oil emerged as the standout performer, climbing 3.71% to ₹10,085.00, driven by market dynamics.
Precious metals
Gold experienced a volatile session, with prices fluctuating between a high of ₹163,055.00 and a low of ₹158,150.00. The trajectory throughout the day showed a gradual decline, with notable dips at various intervals. Silver mirrored this downward trend, reaching a high of ₹283,219.00 and a low of ₹268,504.00. The gold mini contract also saw a decrease, closing at ₹158,175.00, down 2.03% from its opening of ₹160,003.00.
Energy commodities
Crude oil prices surged, closing at ₹10,085.00, after opening at ₹9,706.00. The commodity reached a high of ₹10,149.00 and a low of ₹9,516.00, reflecting a strong upward movement. Natural gas also posted gains, ending the day at ₹283.90, up 2.34% from its opening of ₹281.00, with a high of ₹285.90 and a low of ₹277.70.
Base metals
In the base metals segment, copper prices fell to ₹1,340.10, a 3.27% decrease from the opening price of ₹1,380.80. Aluminium closed at ₹378.75, down 1.75%, while zinc ended at ₹362.85, marking a 1.24% decline from its opening level of ₹364.35.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 161,888.00 | 163,055.00 | 158,150.00 | 158,450.00 | -2.18% |
| Silver | 280,000.00 | 283,219.00 | 268,504.00 | 271,226.00 | -6.83% |
| Crude Oil | 9,706.00 | 10,149.00 | 9,516.00 | 10,085.00 | +3.71% |
| Copper | 1,380.80 | 1,380.80 | 1,333.70 | 1,340.10 | -3.27% |
| Natural Gas | 281.00 | 285.90 | 277.70 | 283.90 | +2.34% |
| Gold Mini | 160,003.00 | 160,349.00 | 157,635.00 | 158,175.00 | -2.03% |
| Aluminium | 381.40 | 385.00 | 377.10 | 378.75 | -1.75% |
| Zinc | 364.35 | 371.30 | 361.15 | 362.85 | -1.24% |
Outlook
As the market closes, the focus remains on the strength of the US dollar, which continues to influence precious metal prices. Energy commodities, particularly crude oil, are likely to be driven by supply dynamics and geopolitical factors. Investors will be keenly observing these elements in the coming sessions.
Data as on May 15, 2026, 11:35 PM IST.
Disclaimer: This article is generated for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. The data and analysis presented are based on publicly available market information at the time of writing. Markets are subject to risk. Please consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment or trading decisions. Business Upturn does not accept responsibility for any losses arising from reliance on this content.