In the commodities market today, gold prices have decreased to ₹158,000.00, marking a 0.68% decline from the opening level of ₹159,150.00. Silver has also seen a notable drop, currently priced at ₹271,437.00, down 1.91% from its opening. Meanwhile, crude oil has experienced a significant rise, trading at ₹8,928.00, which is a 3.50% increase from its opening price.
Precious metals
Gold has shown a downward trajectory throughout the session, with its price fluctuating between a high of ₹159,500.00 and a low of ₹157,661.00. The precious metal’s movement has been influenced by various market factors, including cues from the USD strength. Silver opened at ₹274,727.00 and reached a low of ₹269,645.00, reflecting the broader trend in precious metals. The Gold Mini contract mirrored the movement of its larger counterpart, settling at ₹157,455.00, a 0.67% decrease from its open.
Energy commodities
Crude oil has been the standout performer today, with prices climbing to ₹8,928.00 from an opening of ₹8,778.00. The commodity hit a high of ₹8,980.00, demonstrating strong market demand. Natural gas also saw an uptick, closing at ₹296.00, up 1.44% from its opening value of ₹293.40, with a high of ₹298.30.
Base metals
In the base metals sector, copper prices have slightly declined to ₹1,340.85, a 0.50% decrease from its opening price of ₹1,349.00. Aluminium, however, showed a modest gain, ending at ₹387.60, up 0.25% from its open. Zinc closed at ₹373.70, reflecting a minor decline of 0.25% from its opening level.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 159,150.00 | 159,500.00 | 157,661.00 | 158,000.00 | -0.68% |
| Silver | 274,727.00 | 274,727.00 | 269,645.00 | 271,437.00 | -1.91% |
| Crude Oil | 8,778.00 | 8,980.00 | 8,749.00 | 8,928.00 | +3.50% |
| Natural Gas | 293.40 | 298.30 | 292.70 | 296.00 | +1.44% |
| Gold Mini | 158,120.00 | 158,150.00 | 157,211.00 | 157,455.00 | -0.67% |
| Copper | 1,349.00 | 1,352.30 | 1,337.00 | 1,340.85 | -0.50% |
| Aluminium | 385.50 | 388.40 | 384.05 | 387.60 | +0.25% |
| Zinc | 370.15 | 376.15 | 370.15 | 373.70 | -0.25% |
Outlook
The commodities market today has been characterised by fluctuations, particularly in precious metals and energy sectors. The rise in crude oil prices suggests strong demand, while the decline in gold and silver indicates potential market adjustments. Investors will be closely watching the USD’s movements and global economic indicators for further cues.
Data as on May 26, 2026, 07:30 PM IST.
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