Domestic precious-metal prices edged lower on Monday, with ten grams of 24‑carat gold trading at ₹1,25,070, down ₹10. Silver also fell ₹100, with one kilogram priced at ₹1,68,900.
Ten grams of 22‑carat gold was valued at ₹1,14,640 in most major cities, while Chennai saw a slightly higher rate of ₹1,15,490. In Delhi, 24‑carat gold stood at ₹1,25,220.
Globally, spot gold rose about 0.3% to US $4,091.89 per ounce, while silver gained 0.8% to US $50.94 per ounce, as investors awaited key US economic data that could influence interest-rate decisions.
The modest decline in India reflects cautious trading ahead of macroeconomic updates, even as global trends continue to support safe-haven demand for precious metals.
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