Gold and silver are moving up for the third day in a row, which is supported by global uncertainties, expectations of interest rate cuts, and strong demand from investors and industries.
Gold Update
Gold opened today above $4450 per ounce, extending a strong trend as investors rushed toward safe-haven assets, escalating the geopolitical tension against Venezuela.
The price rose further after the report of a US military operation over the weekend led to the removal of Venezuela’s president, Nicolás Maduro. The US administration said Washington would temporarily oversee the country and warned of another attack if its demands were ignored.
In India, the rate of 24K gold is ₹13,882 per gram, up by ₹60; the 22K gold rate is ₹12,725 per gram, higher by ₹55; and 18K gold is priced at ₹10,412 per gram, up by ₹45. Silver prices also moved higher, with silver trading at ₹253 per gram (+₹5) and ₹2,53,000 per kilogram (+₹5,000).
Today’s Market Rates
Prices in ₹ per gram (silver also shown per kg)
Updated 6 Jan 2026
| Metal / Purity | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 24K Gold (1g) | ₹13,620 | ▲ ₹114 |
| 22K Gold (1g) | ₹12,485 | ▲ ₹105 |
| 18K Gold (1g) | ₹10,215 | ▲ ₹86 |
| Silver (1g) | ₹253 | ▲ ₹5 |
| Silver (1kg) | ₹2,53,000 | ▲ ₹5,000 |
Prices may vary slightly by city. Use our Gold Rate Calculator to get exact purity-based rates.
A US central bank official said inflation is still high and unemployment may rise. Markets believe the US Federal Reserve may not increase interest rates this month.
Silver Update
Silver increased by 5%, reaching around $78 per ounce, which is moving closer to record levels due to heightened geopolitical risk, weak US factory data indicating a potential economic slowdown, and ongoing labor market risks.
MCX Update
On the Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold and silver were traded at,
MCX Gold & Silver Futures — Today
MCX update as of 6 Jan 2026 | IST
MCX prices are indicative and may vary slightly during live trading hours.
On MCX Silver, the margin prices were hiked last week, and now they have made a fixed margin price. Experts say this will support the silver further.
Data taken based on market rates from bullion dealers and public market sources.
Gold and silver ended slightly below, but this abnormal price increase achievement made history with a positive outlook ahead. Visit PreciousMetal.in for the latest gold and silver news and daily gold and silver prices.
