Gold and silver prices opened sharply lower on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Wednesday as fresh tensions in the Middle East, a stronger dollar and rising oil prices weighed on sentiment after Iran retaliated following US airstrikes.
In the domestic market, MCX silver futures for July 2026 delivery were down Rs 4,528 (2%) to Rs 2,34,000 per kg. Gold futures for August 2026 delivery slipped Rs 2,555 (2%) to Rs 1,49,888 per 10 grams. The two ended the previous session in the red.