In today’s commodities market session, gold prices surged to ₹162,521.00, marking a significant increase of 5.92% from its opening level of ₹154,851.00. Silver also experienced a notable rise, reaching ₹297,452.00, up 6.59% from its open. The movements in these precious metals are attributed to market dynamics and potential cues from USD strength, which often influences investor sentiment.
Precious metals
Gold witnessed a strong upward trajectory throughout the session, with its price peaking at ₹164,497.00 and maintaining a steady climb from its low of ₹154,851.00. Silver mirrored this positive trend, achieving a high of ₹301,429.00. The gold mini contract also saw a substantial gain, closing at ₹161,805.00, up 5.65% from its opening price of ₹153,575.00, with a session high of ₹163,576.00.
Energy commodities
In the energy sector, crude oil prices showed modest growth, closing at ₹9,775.00, a 0.53% increase from its open of ₹9,673.00. The commodity reached a high of ₹9,807.00 during the trading session. Natural gas prices remained relatively stable, closing at ₹271.10, a slight increase of 0.07% from its opening level of ₹270.60.
Base metals
Among base metals, aluminium prices rose to ₹385.30, reflecting a 1.93% increase from its open of ₹378.05. Copper saw a modest rise, closing at ₹1,405.60, up 1.11% from its opening price. Zinc remained relatively stable, ending the session at ₹363.65, a marginal increase of 0.36% from its open.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 154,851.00 | 164,497.00 | 154,851.00 | 162,521.00 | 5.92% |
| Silver | 290,224.00 | 301,429.00 | 290,224.00 | 297,452.00 | 6.59% |
| Gold Mini | 153,575.00 | 163,576.00 | 153,230.00 | 161,805.00 | 5.65% |
| Aluminium | 378.05 | 386.50 | 375.30 | 385.30 | 1.93% |
| Copper | 1,400.05 | 1,414.00 | 1,395.10 | 1,405.60 | 1.11% |
| Crude Oil | 9,673.00 | 9,807.00 | 9,614.00 | 9,775.00 | 0.53% |
| Zinc | 363.50 | 365.35 | 361.80 | 363.65 | 0.36% |
| Natural Gas | 270.60 | 274.00 | 269.60 | 271.10 | 0.07% |
Outlook
As the commodities market continues to respond to various economic indicators, investors will be closely monitoring the strength of the USD and its impact on precious metals. Additionally, geopolitical developments and energy demand forecasts are likely to influence market trends in the coming sessions.
Data as on May 13, 2026, 05:00 PM IST.
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