In the late session of the commodities market on 26th May 2026, gold prices fell to ₹157,685.00, marking a decline of 0.88% from its opening level of ₹159,150.00. Silver also experienced a downturn, dropping 2.33% to ₹270,263.00 from its opening price of ₹274,727.00. In contrast, crude oil surged by 4.93%, reaching ₹9,051.00, reflecting strong momentum in the energy sector.
Precious metals
Gold traded within a range, hitting a high of ₹159,500.00 and a low of ₹157,650.00 during the session. The trajectory showed a consistent decline throughout the day, influenced by cues of USD strength. Silver mirrored this trend, with its lowest point at ₹269,645.00. The gold mini contract also saw a decline, closing at ₹157,157.00, down 0.86% from its opening of ₹158,120.00.
Energy commodities
Crude oil was the standout performer, climbing to a high of ₹9,089.00 before settling at ₹9,051.00. This significant gain of 4.93% from the opening price of ₹8,778.00 highlights strong demand in the energy sector. Natural gas showed a modest increase, closing at ₹293.90, up 0.72% from its opening of ₹293.40, with a high of ₹298.30.
Base metals
In the base metals segment, copper prices fell to ₹1,337.25, a 0.76% decrease from its opening level of ₹1,349.00. Aluminium edged up slightly to ₹386.95, marking a 0.08% increase, while zinc closed at ₹372.50, down 0.57% from its opening of ₹370.15.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 159,150.00 | 159,500.00 | 157,650.00 | 157,685.00 | -0.88% |
| Silver | 274,727.00 | 274,727.00 | 269,645.00 | 270,263.00 | -2.33% |
| Crude Oil | 8,778.00 | 9,089.00 | 8,749.00 | 9,051.00 | +4.93% |
| Gold Mini | 158,120.00 | 158,150.00 | 157,126.00 | 157,157.00 | -0.86% |
| Copper | 1,349.00 | 1,352.30 | 1,337.00 | 1,337.25 | -0.76% |
| Natural Gas | 293.40 | 298.30 | 292.70 | 293.90 | +0.72% |
| Zinc | 370.15 | 376.15 | 370.15 | 372.50 | -0.57% |
| Aluminium | 385.50 | 388.40 | 384.05 | 386.95 | +0.08% |
Outlook
As the commodities market progresses, traders will be closely monitoring the strength of the USD, which has been a key driver for precious metals. The energy sector’s performance, particularly crude oil, will also be under scrutiny given its recent gains. Base metals may continue to experience volatility, influenced by global economic indicators and demand-supply dynamics.
Data as on May 26, 2026, 10:00 PM IST.
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