Gold prices moved higher in domestic and international markets as investors sought safety amid global uncertainty. Precious metals typically attract strong demand during periods of geopolitical tension and financial market volatility.

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty witnessed a decline as global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions dampened investor sentiment. Weak cues from international markets and rising crude oil prices led to cautious trading across sectors.

Gold prices remained steady in the latest session as safe-haven demand continued to support the yellow metal amid global uncertainty. Domestic gold rates moved in a narrow band, tracking firm international trends and cautious investor sentiment.

Foreign institutional investors remained volatile in today’s session, leading to intermittent market swings. However, consistent domestic institutional buying helped limit downside.

Midcap stocks witnessed mild profit booking in today’s trade following the sharp rally seen earlier. The midcap index lagged frontline benchmarks.

Banking stocks once again acted as key support for the broader market, with select PSU and private lenders witnessing steady buying.

Indian equities traded in a narrow range in today’s session as mixed global cues kept traders cautious. Benchmark indices oscillated between gains and losses during the day.

Indian benchmark indices ended higher in the latest session, supported by buying in banking, metal and FMCG counters. The BSE Sensex advanced over 280 points, while Nifty50 held firmly above the 25,800 mark.

Foreign institutional investors remained selective in the cash market, leading to intermittent volatility. However, steady domestic institutional buying helped cushion the downside.

Silver prices witnessed volatility and traded with a mild negative bias in the latest session. The metal underperformed gold during the day.