Gold and silver prices opened lower on the MCX on Wednesday, extending losses for a third session. Fresh U.S. strikes on Iran pushed oil prices and the U.S. dollar higher, fuelling concerns that inflation could remain elevated and keep interest rates higher for longer, reducing the appeal of non-yielding bullion.
In the domestic market, MCX silver futures for September 2026 delivery were down Rs 842 (0.3%) to Rs 2,30,015 per kg. Gold futures for August 2026 delivery fell by Rs 222 to Rs 1,45,170 per 10 grams. In the previous session, the two ended flat.