Gold Prices Surge on Monday Amid Strong Futures and Global Cues
Gold prices moved higher on Monday, tracking firm trends in the domestic futures market as fresh buying and supportive global cues lifted bullion sentiment. The rise comes amid continued investor interest in safe-haven assets and steady international price support, reflecting a robust market environment.
MCX Futures Show Significant Gains
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for the April 2026 contract were trading at Rs 1,59,519 per 10 grams as of 15:39, up Rs 2,643 or 1.68 per cent from the previous close. The June contract stood at Rs 1,62,699 per 10 grams, while the August contract traded at Rs 1,65,613 per 10 grams, reflecting gains across maturities amid sustained market momentum. This upward trend underscores the strong demand and positive outlook for gold in the current economic climate.
Gold Prices Across Major Indian Cities
Here is how much gold costs today across major cities, with most regions reporting notable increases:
- Gold price in Delhi today: 24K gold is priced at Rs 16,150 per gram, up Rs 207, while 22K gold stands at Rs 14,805 per gram after a rise of Rs 190.
- Gold price in Mumbai today: Mumbai markets quote 24K gold at Rs 16,135 per gram, higher by Rs 207, with 22K gold available at Rs 14,790 per gram following a Rs 190 increase.
- Gold price in Bangalore today: In Bangalore, 24K gold trades at Rs 16,135 per gram, gaining Rs 207, while 22K gold is selling at Rs 14,790 per gram, up Rs 190.
- Gold price in Chennai today: Chennai recorded a firm trend, with 24K gold priced at Rs 16,211 per gram after a Rs 196 rise and 22K gold at Rs 14,860 per gram, up Rs 180.
- Gold price in Kolkata today: Kolkata bullion markets remained steady, with 24K gold quoted at Rs 15,928 per gram and 22K gold at Rs 14,600 per gram, unchanged from the previous session.
- Gold price in Hyderabad today: Hyderabad saw 24K gold at Rs 16,135 per gram, marking a Rs 207 increase, while 22K gold retail prices stood at Rs 14,790 per gram after rising Rs 190.
- Gold price in Ahmedabad today: In Ahmedabad, 24K gold is trading at Rs 16,140 per gram, up Rs 207, whereas 22K gold is priced at Rs 14,795 per gram following a Rs 190 gain.
- Gold price in Jaipur today: Jaipur markets reported 24K gold at Rs 16,150 per gram, higher by Rs 207, alongside 22K gold at Rs 14,805 per gram after a Rs 190 increase.
- Gold price in Lucknow today: Lucknow recorded 24K gold at Rs 16,150 per gram, up Rs 207, with 22K gold quoted at Rs 14,805 per gram following a Rs 190 rise.
- Gold price in Patna today: In Patna, 24K gold is selling at Rs 16,140 per gram, gaining Rs 207, while 22K gold stands at Rs 14,795 per gram after a Rs 190 uptick.
The consistent gains across most cities highlight the widespread bullish sentiment in the gold market, driven by factors such as safe-haven demand and favorable global economic indicators. Investors are closely monitoring these trends as gold continues to be a key asset in portfolios.
