Gold Slips Sharply After Record Highs, Further Decline Likely
New Delhi: Amidst heavy sell-offs in the Indian stock market, gold and silver displayed a counter-intuitive trend this time around.
Typically, when the market falls, gold rises, acting as a "safe haven" investment; however, that was not the case this time.
A decline has been recorded in the prices of both gold and silver, leaving investors surprised.
Silver prices fell by approximately 5% to ₹2,32,000 per kilogram (a drop of ₹11,000). Gold became 1.5% cheaper, settling at ₹1,51,450 per 10 grams.
Pressure was observed on both precious metals in the global market as well:
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The primary reasons for this decline are a statement made by Donald Trump and rising global tensions.
While gold typically rises during times of crisis, this time around, the strengthening of the US dollar-combined with diminished expectations regarding interest rate cuts-placed significant pressure on gold prices.
Gold and silver also traded lower on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX):
This situation indicates that traditional market trends are currently not holding sway. Global uncertainty, a strengthening US dollar, and concerns regarding inflation have collectively placed gold under pressure.