In the latest session of the MCX commodities market, gold prices have experienced a decline, closing at ₹158,285.00, marking a 2.28% decrease from the opening level of ₹161,888.00. Silver also saw a significant drop, ending the day at ₹268,854.00, down 7.64% from its opening price of ₹280,000.00. Meanwhile, crude oil prices surged, closing at ₹10,093.00, a 3.79% increase from the opening level of ₹9,706.00, making it the most notable mover in today’s trading session.
Precious metals
Gold experienced a downward trajectory throughout the day, with its price fluctuating from a high of ₹163,055.00 to a low of ₹158,150.00. The precious metal’s decline can be attributed to various market factors, including cues from the strength of the USD. Silver mirrored gold’s performance, with its price reaching a high of ₹283,219.00 before falling to a low of ₹268,504.00. The Gold Mini contract also saw a decrease, closing at ₹157,857.00, down 2.23% from its opening of ₹160,003.00.
Energy commodities
Crude oil was the standout performer in the energy sector, closing at ₹10,093.00, reflecting a 3.79% increase from its opening. The commodity reached a high of ₹10,149.00 and a low of ₹9,516.00 during the session. Natural gas also posted gains, closing at ₹283.60, up 2.24% from its opening price of ₹281.00, with a high of ₹284.80 and a low of ₹277.70.
Base metals
In the base metals category, copper prices fell to ₹1,336.05, a 3.57% decrease from the opening level of ₹1,380.80. Aluminium closed at ₹378.15, down 1.91% from its opening price of ₹381.40. Zinc also saw a decline, ending the session at ₹362.55, a 1.32% drop from its opening level of ₹364.35.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 161,888.00 | 163,055.00 | 158,150.00 | 158,285.00 | -2.28% |
| Silver | 280,000.00 | 283,219.00 | 268,504.00 | 268,854.00 | -7.64% |
| Crude Oil | 9,706.00 | 10,149.00 | 9,516.00 | 10,093.00 | +3.79% |
| Copper | 1,380.80 | 1,380.80 | 1,333.70 | 1,336.05 | -3.57% |
| Natural Gas | 281.00 | 284.80 | 277.70 | 283.60 | +2.24% |
| Gold Mini | 160,003.00 | 160,349.00 | 157,635.00 | 157,857.00 | -2.23% |
| Aluminium | 381.40 | 385.00 | 377.10 | 378.15 | -1.91% |
| Zinc | 364.35 | 371.30 | 361.15 | 362.55 | -1.32% |
Outlook
As the commodities market continues to react to global economic cues, traders will be closely monitoring the strength of the USD and its impact on precious metals. The energy sector, particularly crude oil, remains a focal point due to its recent upward momentum. Base metals may face further pressure if current trends persist, with market participants watching for any shifts in demand or supply dynamics.
Data as on May 15, 2026, 10:00 PM IST.
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