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The dollar’s global dominance gives the US extraordinary monetary power, leaving nations exposed to decisions they neither influence nor control

Indian equity benchmarks declined for the third consecutive week amid concerns over global interest rates and geopolitical uncertainty. The Nifty fell 0.31 per cent during the week, while the Sensex declined 0.36 per cent, even as both indices recovered on Friday following strong buying in IT stocks.

Global markets came under pressure as Brent crude climbed following renewed tensions in the Middle East. Rising oil prices and losses in AI-related technology stocks weighed on Wall Street, while investors awaited major US corporate earnings and monitored inflation concerns.

Gold posted its first weekly gain since May, rising 3.1 per cent as weaker US jobs data and lower energy prices eased expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes. Improved investor sentiment and a softer dollar supported bullion prices throughout the week

Gold futures climbed marginally to nearly Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams on Tuesday, supported by a decline in crude oil prices. However, concerns over persistent inflation, potential interest rate hikes and mixed global signals kept gains limited in the bullion market

Gold and silver prices plunged up to 4% on the MCX Friday, driven by a stronger US dollar and expectations of prolonged high interest rates. While precious metals weakened due to rising US inflation, crude oil prices climbed over 1%.

Gold and silver traded cautiously on the MCX ahead of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. While both metals opened higher, they faced resistance at key levels. International markets remained mildly positive as investors weighed global macroeconomic uncertainties

Gold and silver prices rose on MCX ahead of the US Federal Reserve policy meeting, supported by cautious sentiment and geopolitical tensions. Despite gains, both metals remain in a consolidation phase after recent highs, with investors closely watching inflation signals and interest rate outlook

Gold and silver prices surged in India amid expectations of a US Fed rate cut and strong festive demand. MCX gold touched Rs 1,25,106 per 10 grams, tracking global gains as investors shifted to safe-haven assets ahead of key US economic data

Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade, tracking global gains and expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut. Strong foreign fund inflows boosted market sentiment, with major Asian indices trading higher, though select domestic stocks lagged amid ongoing volatility

Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Wednesday, buoyed by gains in Asian markets amid expectations of US Federal Reserve rate cuts. Asian Paints, NTPC, and Bajaj Finance led Sensex gains, while FIIs offloaded Rs 1,508.53 crore in equities.

Gold surged to a record ₹1.27 lakh per 10 grams on MCX, tracking global gains as US-China tensions and hopes of Fed rate cuts boosted safe-haven demand. Silver also rose, while global gold hit near-record highs.

Gold and silver prices eased in early trade Thursday on the MCX as investors booked profits after record highs. December gold futures slipped 0.34% to ₹1,22,789 per 10g, while silver dropped 0.75% to ₹1,48,738 per kg amid global cues.

Gold prices breached $4,000 per ounce globally and ₹1.22 lakh per 10 grams in India, hitting record highs amid global uncertainty and rate cut speculation. Analysts expect the rally to continue if geopolitical tensions and economic concerns persist.

Gold prices hit record highs on MCX amid US economic uncertainty, government shutdown fears, and expectations of further Fed rate cuts. Silver also gained, while analysts await key events including FOMC minutes, Fed Chair remarks, and China’s market reopening.

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Equity indices rose in early trade Friday as global market optimism and Fed rate cut hopes lifted sentiment. Infosys surged on a Rs 18,000 crore buyback, while auto and banking stocks saw mixed trends. FIIs sold, DIIs bought.

Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Thursday, tracking gains in Asian markets and hopes of a US Fed rate cut. Optimism over India-US trade talks also supported sentiment, even as FIIs sold shares while DIIs provided strong buying support.

Equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade on Monday, tracking positive global trends and buoyed by hopes of a US Fed rate cut and domestic GST relief. Automobiles, metals and cement stocks led gains, while select FMCG lagged.

Sitharaman rejects criticism that rupee has seen all-round weakness, says Indian currency least volatile against the US dollar among its Asian and global peers