In the latest session on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold prices closed at ₹159,025.00, marking a 0.22% increase from the opening level. Silver also saw a positive movement, ending at ₹276,400.00, up by 1.68%. The notable movement in the commodities market was crude oil, which fell sharply by 5.87% to close at ₹8,630.00, reflecting significant volatility in the energy sector.
Precious metals
Gold experienced a fluctuating session, reaching a high of ₹159,500.00 and a low of ₹158,919.00. The precious metal’s trajectory showed varied movements throughout the day, with significant activity around the ₹159,300.00 mark. Silver, on the other hand, demonstrated a stronger performance, peaking at ₹277,399.00 and dipping to a low of ₹275,215.00 before closing higher. The Gold Mini contract also saw a modest increase, closing at ₹158,549.00, up 0.26% from its opening.
Energy commodities
Crude oil faced a challenging session, with prices dropping to ₹8,630.00 from an opening of ₹8,802.00. The commodity hit a high of ₹8,880.00 and a low of ₹8,568.00, reflecting a volatile trading day. Natural gas, however, showed a slight increase, closing at ₹277.40, a 0.14% rise from its opening level.
Base metals
In the base metals segment, zinc emerged as a strong performer, closing at ₹374.55, up 1.24% from its opening. Aluminium saw a slight decrease, ending the session at ₹386.90, while copper experienced a minor decline, closing at ₹1,347.70.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 159,150.00 | 159,500.00 | 158,919.00 | 159,025.00 | 0.22% |
| Silver | 276,683.00 | 277,399.00 | 275,215.00 | 276,400.00 | 1.68% |
| Crude Oil | 8,802.00 | 8,880.00 | 8,568.00 | 8,630.00 | -5.87% |
| Zinc | 368.75 | 374.80 | 368.65 | 374.55 | 1.24% |
| Gold Mini | 158,390.00 | 159,259.00 | 157,625.00 | 158,549.00 | 0.26% |
| Aluminium | 388.55 | 389.20 | 384.55 | 386.90 | 0.25% |
| Copper | 1,349.00 | 1,352.30 | 1,337.90 | 1,347.70 | 0.22% |
| Natural Gas | 275.10 | 282.90 | 267.40 | 277.40 | 0.14% |
Outlook
As the commodities market continues to navigate through economic uncertainties, the performance of precious metals like gold and silver remains closely tied to global cues, including the strength of the US dollar. Energy commodities, particularly crude oil, are expected to remain volatile, influenced by geopolitical factors and supply-demand dynamics. Base metals may continue to reflect industrial demand trends, with zinc showing potential for further gains.
Data as on May 25, 2026, 11:35 PM IST.
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