Commodity prices on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) traded higher across several segments on Friday, March 6, with silver leading the gains, while gold, base metals and crude oil also remained in positive territory during the session.
Silver futures emerged as the top performer among major commodities, rising 2.06% to 267,602. The sharp move in silver came amid continued volatility in global metals markets and strong demand trends in the precious metals segment.
Gold futures also traded higher, with MCX gold rising 0.73% to 160,841, reflecting steady investor interest in safe-haven assets.
Among base metals, copper gained 0.32% to 1,198.70, while zinc rose 0.26% to 322.15. Aluminium futures also moved higher, trading 0.24% up at 331.40 during the session.
In the energy segment, MCX crude oil futures increased 0.23% to 7,333, while natural gas edged up 0.18% to 274.1.
The overall positive movement across commodities comes as global markets continue to react to geopolitical developments and supply concerns, which often influence precious metals and energy prices.
MCX commodities snapshot (March 6):
| Commodity | Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | 267,602 | +5,411 | +2.06% |
| Gold | 160,841 | +1,168 | +0.73% |
| Copper | 1,198.70 | +3.85 | +0.32% |
| Zinc | 322.15 | +0.85 | +0.26% |
| Aluminium | 331.40 | +0.80 | +0.24% |
| Crude Oil | 7,333 | +17 | +0.23% |
| Natural Gas | 274.1 | +0.5 | +0.18% |
Commodity traders will continue to monitor global cues, currency movements and geopolitical developments for further direction in prices during the day.