Gold prices in India edged higher on Wednesday, December 24, with rates across all major purities recording a marginal uptick compared to the previous session.
As per the latest data, 24-carat gold price stood at Rs 13,893 per gram, up by Rs 38 from Rs 13,855 on Tuesday. Similarly, 22-carat gold was priced at Rs 12,735 per gram, rising by Rs 35, while 18-carat gold increased to Rs 10,420 per gram, gaining Rs 29.
On a quantity basis, 10 grams of 24-carat gold cost Rs 1,38,930, compared to Rs 1,38,550 in the previous session, reflecting an increase of Rs 380. Meanwhile, 100 grams of 24-carat gold rose by Rs 3,800 to Rs 13,89,300.
For 22-carat gold, 10 grams were priced at Rs 1,27,350, up Rs 350, while 100 grams stood at Rs 12,73,500, an increase of Rs 3,500. In the case of 18-carat gold, 10 grams cost Rs 1,04,200, up Rs 290 from the previous day, and 100 grams were priced at Rs 10,42,000, rising by Rs 2,900.
The upward movement in domestic gold prices comes amid steady global cues and cautious positioning by investors ahead of year-end, although rates remain indicative and exclude GST, TCS and other applicable charges.
