In the latest trading session on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold prices have shown a modest increase, reaching ₹162,432.00, marking a 0.15% rise from the opening level of ₹161,888.00. Meanwhile, silver has experienced a decline, with its current price at ₹298,000.00, down 0.75% from its opening of ₹298,373.00. The movements in these precious metals come amid varying cues from the global markets, including the strength of the US dollar.
Precious metals
Gold’s trajectory throughout the session has been marked by fluctuations, with a high of ₹163,055.00 and a low of ₹161,027.00. The price movement reflects a series of ups and downs, with notable increases around 10:00 and 10:15 IST. Silver, on the other hand, reached a high of ₹299,000.00 and a low of ₹294,450.00, indicating a downward trend. The Gold Mini contract also saw an increase, closing at ₹161,821.00, up 0.16% from its opening of ₹161,387.00.
Energy commodities
In the energy sector, crude oil prices have seen a slight increase, with the current price at ₹9,723.00, up 0.12% from the opening level of ₹9,706.00. The crude oil market has been relatively stable, with a high of ₹9,768.00 and a low of ₹9,688.00. Natural gas has shown a more significant upward movement, currently priced at ₹277.00, a 0.65% increase from its opening of ₹272.00, reaching a high of ₹278.30.
Base metals
Copper has been the most notable mover among base metals, with its price declining to ₹1,389.05, a 0.70% decrease from the opening of ₹1,391.95. The metal reached a high of ₹1,393.40 and a low of ₹1,380.50 during the session. Aluminium and zinc have also experienced slight movements, with aluminium down 0.60% at ₹383.80 and zinc up 0.23% at ₹365.60.
| Commodity | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 161,888.00 | 163,055.00 | 161,027.00 | 162,432.00 | 0.15% |
| Silver | 298,373.00 | 299,000.00 | 294,450.00 | 298,000.00 | -0.75% |
| Copper | 1,391.95 | 1,393.40 | 1,380.50 | 1,389.05 | -0.70% |
| Natural Gas | 272.00 | 278.30 | 272.00 | 277.00 | 0.65% |
| Aluminium | 385.70 | 385.85 | 382.40 | 383.80 | -0.60% |
| Zinc | 363.50 | 366.80 | 361.80 | 365.60 | 0.23% |
| Gold Mini | 161,387.00 | 162,389.00 | 159,526.00 | 161,821.00 | 0.16% |
| Crude Oil | 9,706.00 | 9,768.00 | 9,688.00 | 9,723.00 | 0.12% |
Outlook
As the commodities market progresses, traders will be closely monitoring the influence of the US dollar’s strength on precious metals. Additionally, energy prices will be watched for any potential shifts due to geopolitical developments or changes in global demand. Base metals, particularly copper, will be under scrutiny for any signs of recovery or further decline.
Data as on May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM IST.
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