Gold prices extended gains on Thursday as investors closely tracked diplomatic developments between the United States and Iran, while awaiting key US economic data for clues on Federal Reserve policy. COMEX gold futures climbed above $4,740, with spot gold holding near recent highs after a sharp rally in the previous session. A weaker US dollar, softer oil prices, and expectations of potential US rate cuts continued to support bullion demand, while domestic MCX gold prices also remained firm amid persistent geopolitical uncertainty.
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Spot gold was up 0.1% at $2,795.92 an ounce, up almost 1% for the week. Prices reached an all-time high of $2,799.71 earlier in the session.
Spot gold was barely changed at $2,671.79 per ounce. At $2,774.50, U.S. gold futures increased by 0.2%.
Spot gold remained stable at $2,765.35 an ounce. At $2,772.10, U.S. gold futures increased by 0.2%.
As Trump starts his second term, investors will also pay attention to any indications about future policy choices
In their meeting on January 28 and 29, U.S. Fed policymakers are anticipated to maintain rates in the present range of 4.25% to 4.50%.
Spot gold gained more than 2% this week and increased by 0.2% to $2,760.40 an ounce. At $2,767.60, U.S. gold futures increased 0.1%.
Indian benchmark indices ended sharply lower on May 8, 2026, with the Sensex dropping 516 points and Nifty closing at 24,176 amid escalating US-Iran tensions and rising crude oil prices. Banking stocks remained under heavy pressure after SBI’s weak Q4 earnings, while IT and FMCG sectors outperformed on defensive buying interest. Titan hit a 52-week high after strong results, whereas Coal India declined on stake sale concerns.
Gold prices extended gains on Thursday as investors closely tracked diplomatic developments between the United States and Iran, while awaiting key US economic data for clues on Federal Reserve policy. COMEX gold futures climbed above $4,740, with spot gold holding near recent highs after a sharp rally in the previous session. A weaker US dollar, softer oil prices, and expectations of potential US rate cuts continued to support bullion demand, while domestic MCX gold prices also remained firm amid persistent geopolitical uncertainty.
Indian benchmark indices closed range-bound on May 7, 2026, with Nifty ending flat at 24,326 and Sensex slipping 114 points. Defence and Auto stocks outperformed on easing crude oil prices and strong earnings momentum, while IT, FMCG, and Consumer Durables witnessed profit booking amid geopolitical uncertainty and mixed Q4 results.
The Indian benchmark indices ended sharply higher on May 6, 2026, with Nifty surging to 24,330 and Sensex gaining over 940 points to close at 77,958. Reports of a potential US-Iran peace deal triggered a sharp drop in crude oil prices below $100 per barrel, lifting investor sentiment across the board. Broad-based buying was seen across almost all sectors.
Indian benchmark indices ended sharply lower on May 8, 2026, with the Sensex dropping 516 points and Nifty closing at 24,176 amid escalating US-Iran tensions and rising crude oil prices. Banking stocks remained under heavy pressure after SBI’s weak Q4 earnings, while IT and FMCG sectors outperformed on defensive buying interest. Titan hit a 52-week high after strong results, whereas Coal India declined on stake sale concerns.
Gold prices extended gains on Thursday as investors closely tracked diplomatic developments between the United States and Iran, while awaiting key US economic data for clues on Federal Reserve policy. COMEX gold futures climbed above $4,740, with spot gold holding near recent highs after a sharp rally in the previous session. A weaker US dollar, softer oil prices, and expectations of potential US rate cuts continued to support bullion demand, while domestic MCX gold prices also remained firm amid persistent geopolitical uncertainty.
Indian benchmark indices closed range-bound on May 7, 2026, with Nifty ending flat at 24,326 and Sensex slipping 114 points. Defence and Auto stocks outperformed on easing crude oil prices and strong earnings momentum, while IT, FMCG, and Consumer Durables witnessed profit booking amid geopolitical uncertainty and mixed Q4 results.
The Indian benchmark indices ended sharply higher on May 6, 2026, with Nifty surging to 24,330 and Sensex gaining over 940 points to close at 77,958. Reports of a potential US-Iran peace deal triggered a sharp drop in crude oil prices below $100 per barrel, lifting investor sentiment across the board. Broad-based buying was seen across almost all sectors.
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