Gold prices have shown a positive trend today, reaching ₹159,983.00, marking an increase of 0.91% from the opening level. Silver also experienced a notable rise, trading at ₹278,933.00, up by 2.59% from its opening price. These movements come amid cues of a weaker US dollar, which often influences the demand for precious metals.
Precious metals
Gold opened at ₹160,790.00 and fluctuated throughout the session, hitting a high of ₹160,992.00 and a low of ₹157,547.00. The trajectory of gold prices showed a steady climb, particularly in the latter part of the session. Silver, on the other hand, opened at ₹267,400.00, with a high of ₹279,899.00 and a low of ₹264,949.00, reflecting strong upward momentum. The Gold Mini contract also saw gains, with its current price at ₹159,465.00, up 0.83% from the open.
Energy commodities
In the energy sector, natural gas prices have surged to ₹288.80, reflecting a 1.69% increase from the opening level of ₹281.00. This makes natural gas one of the most moved commodities today. Crude oil, however, experienced a slight decline, trading at ₹9,648.00, down 0.38% from its opening price of ₹9,911.00. The session saw crude oil reach a high of ₹9,994.00 and a low of ₹9,506.00.
Base metals
Among base metals, copper prices have decreased to ₹1,350.50, despite opening at ₹1,380.80. Aluminium showed a modest increase, trading at ₹381.75, up 0.77% from its opening level of ₹381.40. Zinc also recorded a slight rise, currently priced at ₹366.50, up 0.91% from the open.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 160,790.00 | 160,992.00 | 157,547.00 | 159,983.00 | +0.91% |
| Silver | 267,400.00 | 279,899.00 | 264,949.00 | 278,933.00 | +2.59% |
| Natural Gas | 281.00 | 297.30 | 277.70 | 288.80 | +1.69% |
| Zinc | 365.05 | 367.90 | 359.00 | 366.50 | +0.91% |
| Gold Mini | 157,690.00 | 159,691.00 | 157,175.00 | 159,465.00 | +0.83% |
| Aluminium | 381.40 | 385.00 | 376.55 | 381.75 | +0.77% |
| Copper | 1,380.80 | 1,380.80 | 1,325.10 | 1,350.50 | +0.66% |
| Crude Oil | 9,911.00 | 9,994.00 | 9,506.00 | 9,648.00 | -0.38% |
Outlook
The commodities market today has been influenced by the weaker dollar, which typically boosts the appeal of metals like gold and silver. Investors will continue to monitor currency movements and global economic indicators for further cues. The energy sector, particularly natural gas, remains a focal point due to its significant price movement, while base metals are expected to react to industrial demand trends.
Data as on May 18, 2026, 07:30 PM IST.
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