Gold, Silver Prices Soar Amid Strong Demand
On Wednesday, August 26th, gold futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCE) rose to Rs 1.62 lakh per 10 grams in October delivery contracts.
This represents a gain of Rs 115 or 0.07% from the previous day's close, with a business turnover of 674 lots.
Meanwhile, silver futures for September delivery increased by Rs 1,284 or 0.53%, reaching Rs 2,45,411 per kilogram in a business turnover of 1,093 lots.
The rise in gold and silver prices is attributed to speculators creating fresh positions on account of firm spot demand.