Precious metals, which are traditionally considered safe-haven assets, have not shown sharp upside, indicating cautious investor sentiment and stable domestic demand.
Precious metals, which are traditionally considered safe-haven assets, have not shown sharp upside, indicating cautious investor sentiment and stable domestic demand.Gold and silver prices in India on April 9, 2026, remained largely steady with minor fluctuations across major cities, even as global markets reacted to geopolitical tensions in West Asia and mixed signals from the US dollar. Precious metals, which are traditionally considered safe-haven assets, have not shown sharp upside, indicating cautious investor sentiment and stable domestic demand.
As per the latest retail market rates, 24-carat gold is trading around ₹15,148 per gram, while 22-carat gold is priced near ₹13,885 per gram. Silver prices are hovering close to ₹2,55,000 per kilogram in the domestic bullion market. Prices vary slightly across cities due to local taxes, transportation costs, and jewellers’ margins.
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Gold prices in major cities (per gram)
It is to be noted that gold prices in India are mainly influenced by international bullion rates, rupee-dollar movement, import duty, and seasonal jewellery demand. With the wedding and festive season approaching in some regions, retail demand remains stable, preventing sharp corrections in prices.
| City | 24K Gold (₹) | 22K Gold (₹) | 18K Gold (₹) |
| Delhi | 15,163 | 13,900 | 11,376 |
| Mumbai | 15,148 | 13,885 | 11,361 |
| Kolkata | 15,148 | 13,885 | 11,361 |
| Chennai | 15,273 | 14,000 | 11,650 |
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Silver prices in major cities
Silver continues to trade at elevated levels compared to long-term averages, supported by industrial demand as well as investment buying. Unlike gold, silver prices are more sensitive to global manufacturing trends, making the metal more volatile during uncertain economic conditions.
| City | Silver (₹ per 10gm) | Silver (₹ per kg) |
| Delhi | 2,550 | 2,55,000 |
| Mumbai | 2,550 | 2,55,000 |
| Kolkata | 2,550 | 2,55,000 |
| Chennai | 2,600 | 2,60,000 |
MCX closing prices (as of April 9, 2026)
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold (June futures) is currently trading slightly lower at ₹1,51,242 on Thursday. Silver also faced heavier selling, with MCX prices falling around 1.2% to ₹2,37,000 per kg.
| Commodity | Price (MCX) | Change |
| Gold | 1,51,242 | Down 0.35% |
| Silver | 2,37,000 | Down 1.22% |
Recent futures market data showed mild pressure on bullion, with silver witnessing a sharper correction compared to gold. Analysts say traders remain cautious ahead of global macroeconomic cues, currency movement, and geopolitical developments, which are likely to determine the next trend in precious metals.