Indian markets have witnessed a strong rally in the last year. Data available from ACE Equity shows that the benchmark BSE Sensex has surged 22% in the past 12 months until July 18. The broader market benchmarks BSE MidCap and BSE SmallCap have outperformed the Sensex and gained 62% and 60%, respectively. On the other … Read more
Diversification is a cornerstone of prudent investing, and incorporating MCX Gold and Silver contracts into a diversified portfolio can offer investors valuable benefits in terms of risk management and wealth preservation. In this article, we’ll explore the role of precious metals in portfolio diversification and provide insights into how MCX Gold and Silver investments can … Read more
Navigating the ever-fluctuating world of precious metals like gold and silver requires a keen eye and a multi-pronged approach. While some traders swear by technical analysis, focusing solely on price charts and market sentiment, others prioritise fundamental analysis, delving into the underlying economic factors influencing prices. However, the most successful traders often adopt a holistic … Read more
After weeks of underperformance, shine in bullion returned as the first shot hit Israel and since then the price trajectory has largely been northwards with the crisis only deepening by each passing day. Experts remain bullish on the prospects of precious metals even as they pick their preference between gold and silver with a view … Read more
The government has restricted the imports of certain waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal. Their imports were free earlier. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade amended the import policy for ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds including gold, platinum and silver to “restricted” from “free” which … Read more
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NEW DELHI: Gold and silver prices witnessed dramatic swings this week, thanks to huge demand followed by a bout of profit booking, and this has kept bullion traders on their toes. Analysts are at a loss trying to predict where these precious metals are headed. Gold futures hit a record high at the start of … Read more
Gold rose on Friday and headed for its biggest monthly gain in 8-1/2 years as the impact of the worsening coronavirus pandemic on the U.S. economy hammered the dollar, prompting investors to seek refuge in bullion. Spot gold was up 0.8% at $1,975.30 an ounce by 0927 GMT, while U.S. gold futures rose 1.5% to … Read more
Gold gave up gains on Tuesday after scaling record highs as the dollar regained some ground, although simmering U.S.-China tensions and bets that the U.S. Federal Reserve would maintain its dovish policy stance kept demand solid for the metal. Spot gold was steady at $1,941.23 per ounce by 0707 GMT, but off its peak of … Read more
Gold steadied near the psychological level of $1,800 on Friday after a sharp fall in the previous session, as worries over surging coronavirus cases and US-China tensions underpinned its safe-haven appeal, although a stronger dollar capped gains. Spot gold was up 0.1 per cent at $1,799.18 per ounce by 0710 GMT. US gold futures were … Read more