Gold prices saw a rise in early deals on Friday. The gains came as US President Donald Trump claimed the conflict involving Iran was “resolved, it will be finalized” and said he expected a deal to be signed in the “next few days”.
Gold and silver prices rose with gains in precious metals on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX).
Gold and silver prices rose on MCX
At around 9:32 am, gold for August delivery on MCX was trading at around ₹more than 800 ₹₹1,50,320 per 10 grams.
Silver also saw a rise during the session. MCX silver futures remained bullish ₹at 2291 ₹₹2,43,720 per kg.
The rise in metal prices comes after several weeks of uncertainty due to conflicts between the US, Israel and Iran. Investors have been closely monitoring developments in the region, as geopolitical tensions often impact demand for assets like gold.
Market sentiment improved after Trump’s comments
According to reports, Trump expressed optimism on the possibility of a peace deal with Iran.
Speaking about the developments, the US President said the conflict has been resolved “subject to finalisation” and added that he expected an agreement to be signed “in the next few days”.
The comments have raised hopes that normal shipping operations through the Strait of Hormuz could resume if an agreement is reached.
However, investors are awaiting official confirmation and further developments regarding the proposed agreement. A potential agreement could alter the dramatic swings in the price of gold.
Also read: Is the Strait of Hormuz closed? US Central Command fact-checks Iran’s IRGC after latest attacks
Gold rates in major Indian cities
Retail prices of gold varied in different cities on Friday.
New Delhi
24K gold: ₹Rs 1,49,802 per 10 grams
22K gold: ₹Rs 1,37,335 per 10 grams
Silver (999 fine): ₹Rs 2,42,860 per kg
Mumbai
24K gold: ₹Rs 1,50,080 per 10 grams
22K gold: ₹Rs 1,37,573 per 10 grams
Silver (999 fine): ₹Rs 2,43,280 per kg
Bengaluru
24K gold: ₹Rs 1,50,090 per 10 grams
22K gold: ₹Rs 1,37,583 per 10 grams
Silver (999 fine): ₹Rs 2,43,470 per kg
Kolkata
24K gold: ₹Rs 1,49,770 per 10 grams
22K gold: ₹per 10 grams
Silver (999 fine): ₹Rs 2,42,950 per kg
Hyderabad
24K gold: ₹Rs 1,50,210 per 10 grams
22K gold: ₹Rs 1,37,693 per 10 grams
Silver (999 fine): ₹Rs 2,43,660 per kg
Chennai
24K gold: ₹Rs 1,50,410 per 10 grams
22K gold: ₹Rs 1,37,876 per 10 grams
Silver (999 fine): ₹Rs 2,43,980 per kg
