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West Asia crisis, oil prices key driver for gold this week: Analysts
Gold prices will remain sensitive to developments in West Asia, movement in crude oil prices, and a series of key economic data releases in the coming week, analysts said. Investors will monitor trade and inflation data from China and the US, mid-month Washington's consumer sentiment figures and India's Consumer Price Index (CPI) readings. The European Central Bank's monetary policy decision will also be in focus as market participants assess their impact on bullion and other commodities, they added. "Momentum for precious metals such as gold and silver still looks corrective," Pranav Mer, Vice President, EBG -- Commodity & Currency Research, JM Financial Services Ltd, said. Domestic commodity markets ended the week lower, with MCX gold futures for August delivery falling Rs 5,317, or 3.3 per cent, to Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams. Silver for July delivery fell Rs 18,461, or 7 per cent, to Rs 2.48 lakh per kilogram on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). "Gold witnessed a weak ...
Sebi bars Chairman Mehta from trading in Rajesh Exports shares
Securities and Exchange Board of India has barred Rajesh Mehta, chairman of Rajesh Exports, from trading company shares. A forensic probe uncovered alleged revenue inflation and fund diversion over four years. The regulator found the company presented a misleading financial picture. Sebi has ordered a fresh audit and referred auditors' conduct for action.
Senco Gold Q4 Results: Profit skyrockets 151% to Rs 157 crore
Senco Gold has announced a significant profit jump of 151 percent for the fourth quarter. This surge is attributed to soaring gold prices and robust sales. The company saw its revenue climb by 45 percent. Retail sales reached an all-time high, boosted by wedding demand and an active old gold exchange program.
Senco Gold shares fall 3% despite 151% jump in Q4 net profit; firm tops FY26 guidance
Senco Gold share price over 3% despite a 151% net profit jump to Rs 157 crore in Q4, driven by strong revenue growth and improved margins. The company reported record retail sales, boosted by a wedding season and its Old Gold Exchange program, while expanding its showroom network across India.
India’s gold import duty hike to 15% may remain for a year, says Senco MD Suvankar Sen
India's higher import duty on gold and silver could impact jewelry demand for a year, Senco MD Suvankar Sen said. Senco Gold predicts volumes may drop 10-15 percent and consumers may opt for lighter jewelry. This move aims to conserve foreign exchange reserves and protect economic stability amid global uncertainty.
Amid PM Modi's 'no gold buy' appeal, a scheme that planned mobilisation of idle gold at homes gets spotlight
The gems and jewellery sector is urging the government to strengthen the Gold Monetisation Scheme. Industry bodies believe domestic gold mobilisation and recycling offer a better solution to foreign exchange issues. They suggest this approach over deferring gold purchases, which could impact millions of livelihoods.
PM Modi's appeal to postpone gold buying could hurt jewellery industry, says GJC
The gems and jewellery sector anticipates challenges following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to delay gold purchases. Industry leaders suggest unlocking existing household gold through a Gold Monetisation Scheme. This approach could reduce imports and strengthen the economy. The appeal aims to conserve foreign exchange amid West Asia's crisis. The government is urged to reconsider the decision.
Gold, silver seen range-bound for second week amid US-Iran talks: Analysts
Gold and silver may remain range-bound for a second consecutive week as investors assess developments in US-Iran peace negotiations and global macroeconomic data, analysts said. Traders will track inflation data from China, Germany, and the United States, along with GDP numbers from the Eurozone and the UK, later this week, they added. "Gold prices momentum looks consolidative, while silver movement looks positive in the coming week as traders will focus again on the progress on peace talks between the US and Iran to end the war and markets are likely to react accordingly," Pranav Mer, Vice President, EBG - Commodity & Currency Research, JM Financial Services Ltd, said. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures gained Rs 1,178, or nearly 1 per cent over the past week, to settle at Rs 1.52 lakh per 10 grams. Silver climbed Rs 10,985, 4.4 per cent, to close at Rs 2.61 lakh per kg. "Gold traded with a positive undertone last week, posting gains of nearly 1 per cent on MCX ..
Titan Company unfazed about gold supply in short term as exchange programmes aid sourcing
Titan Company remains unconcerned about immediate gold supply disruptions stemming from the West Asia conflict. The jeweller's successful gold exchange program and robust contingency sourcing plans are effectively mitigating risks. This strategy ensures continued operations for Titan, Tanishq, and CaratLane.
India's forex kitty drops by $7.79 billion to $690.693 billion: RBI
India's forex reserves dropped by USD 7.794 billion to USD 690.693 billion during the week ended May 1, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week ended April 24, the overall reserves had declined by USD 4.82 billion to USD 698.487 billion. The kitty had expanded to an all-time high of USD 728.494 billion during the week ended February 27 this year before the beginning of the Middle East conflict, which led to several weeks of a drop as the rupee came under pressure and the RBI had to intervene in the forex market through dollar sales. For the week ended May 1, foreign currency assets, a major component of the reserves, decreased by USD 2.797 billion to USD 551.825 billion, the central bank's data showed. Expressed in dollar terms, the foreign currency assets include effects of appreciation or depreciation of non-US units, such as the euro, pound, and yen, held in the foreign exchange reserves. Value of gold reserves decreased by USD 5.021 billion to USD 115.216 billio
Gold, silver may be range bound as war, macro data set tone: Analysts
Precious metal prices are expected to witness mixed movement next week as investors track developments in the US-Iran conflict, string of global economic data releases, and domestic political cues, analysts said. Traders will closely monitor PMI readings from major economies early in the week, followed by US labour market indicators and non-farm payroll data later in the week for fresh cues on monetary policy and bullion demand, they added. "In the week ahead, precious metal prices momentum is expected to remain mixed with focus on developments on the US-Iran tussle and follow-up on peace talks," Pranav Mer, Vice President, EBG - Commodity & Currency Research, JM Financial Services Ltd, said. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures declined Rs 1,347, or nearly 1 per cent, to close at Rs 1.51 lakh per 10 grams. Silver, however, outperformed and gained Rs 879 to settle at Rs 2.50 lakh per kilogram during the past week. "Gold traded largely range-bound last week, ending ..
Vodafone Idea, Ola Electric, Adani Power— These are among the most traded stocks on NSE today, April 6
Vodafone Idea, Ola Electric Mobility, Adani Power, Reliance Power, YES Bank, Jaiprakash Power Ventures, Tata Gold Exchange Traded Fund, Tata Silver Exchange Traded Fund, Suzlon Energy, and PC Jeweller were among the most traded stocks on the NSE.