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Gold Prices Jump on MCX Amid Weakening US Dollar and End of Government Shutdown

Gold Prices Jump on MCX Amid Weakening US Dollar and End of Government Shutdown
Gold holds gains as traders contend with data void on US economy · CNBC TV 18

Imagine the United States government was closed for a long time, like a big office taking a break.

This break stopped important economic reports from coming out.

But now, the government office is open again!

Because the shutdown is over, the US dollar (which is like the US money people use around the world) has become a bit less strong.

When the US dollar gets weaker, things like gold and silver often become more valuable, so their prices went up a lot.

Gold even jumped about ₹9,000 from its lowest price recently!

Some people think that new economic reports, when they start coming out, might show that the US central bank might make it cheaper to borrow money later this year, which is usually good for gold.

Experts are watching the prices closely, with some saying it's a good time to buy gold now because the trend looks good, while others suggest being a little careful because prices can sometimes go down quickly.

Geopolitical problems in other parts of the world also make people want to buy gold as a safe place to keep their money.

Key facts

Gold MCX December Contract (Nov 13, 9:35 am)
Up 0.37% to ₹1,26,935 per 10 grams
Silver MCX December Futures (Nov 13, 9:35 am)
Up 1.70% to ₹1,64,854 per kg
Gold Price Low (Oct 28)
₹1,17,628 per 10 grams
Gold Price High (Diwali 2025)
Over ₹1.30 lakh per 10 grams
Gold Price Drop (Oct 22)
₹7,210 (5.6%) to ₹1,21,061
US Government Shutdown Duration
43 days
US Dollar Weakening (Last Year)
8%

Timeline

  1. Senate votes to end shutdown failed amid healthcare funding disputes.

  2. Then, a deal emerged, promising a future vote on health aid.

  3. Next, the House prepared to end the record 43-day closure.

  4. Finally, the shutdown's end weakened the dollar, boosting gold prices.

Quotes

Rahul Kalantri

VP Commodities, Mehta Equities Ltd.

“Bullion prices advanced sharply midweek, with gold and silver climbing to three-week highs and silver nearing its record in international trade. The ongoing strength in precious metals came despite expectations that the U.S. government would reopen within 24 hours. Traders anticipate that the resumption of U.S. economic data could reinforce prospects for a December Fed rate cut, providing additional momentum to the market.”
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“In INR gold has support at Rs1,25,750-1,24,980 while resistance at Rs1,27,750-1,28,400. Silver has support at Rs1,60,950-1,59,400 while resistance at Rs1,63,850-1,64,900.”
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Emkay Wealth Management

brokerage firm

“The geopolitical issues that have persisted in Eastern Europe and in the Middle East for a long time now has led to the move into gold to a certain extent. The US Dollar has weakened against all currency majors to the tune of 8 % in the last one year. This weakening of the US Dollar has resulted in the prices of commodities to move up.”
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