Gold and silver prices opened sharply lower on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Friday as renewed tensions in the Middle East weighed on hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace agreement, while concerns over inflation and higher interest rates also pressured sentiment.
In the domestic market, MCX silver futures for July 2026 delivery were down Rs 5,629 (2%) to Rs 2,59,167 per kg. Gold futures for August 2026 delivery slipped Rs 1,334 (1%) to Rs 1,58,213 per 10 grams. In the previous session, silver and gold ended lower.