New Delhi, Mar 17: Gold prices rebounded in futures trade on Tuesday, gaining Rs 922 to Rs 1.56 lakh per 10 grams, snapping a three-day losing streak amid persistent geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal for April delivery increased by Rs 922, or 0.59 per cent, to Rs 1,56,658 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 7,761 lots.Gold prices saw a modest uptick on Tuesday, driven primarily by ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and the implications of US Federal Reserve rate cut expectations, Gaurav Garg, Research Analyst at Lemonn Markets Desk, said.
He added that rising crude oil prices have heightened concerns about inflation and its broader impact on the global economy.
“As fears over crude supply eased slightly, investor sentiment shifted, allowing for gains in precious metals, though the overall market remains cautious,” Garg said.
US President Donald Trump has warned of potential strikes on Iran’s oil infrastructure, adding market uncertainty.
Apart from the Fed, investors are also closely watching policy meetings of the European Central Bank, Bank of England, and Bank of Japan.
However, short-term bias remains bearish with strong support seen around USD 4,850 per ounce in the global markets, she added.
