
Gold and silver prices remain in focus as global currency movements and geopolitical tensions shape the precious metals market. A weaker US dollar has supported bullion prices, while trade tensions and the Russia-Ukraine war have influenced central bank reserve preferences. Speaking to Business Today, Vandana Bharti, Head - Commodity Research, SMC Global Securities, explains the dollar’s role in determining gold and silver prices, the outlook for the US Dollar Index and why higher interest rates may not necessarily weigh heavily on gold. She also discusses the impact of US Treasury holdings, currency depreciation and global uncertainty on precious metals. Get the latest gold and silver market insights.