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Gold and Silver Price Update (18 August 2025): Gold Becomes Cheaper, Latest Rates in Major Cities
If you’ve been waiting for a dip in gold prices, today may be a favorable day. Gold rates have fallen slightly on August 18, 2025, as global tensions ease, offering some relief for buyers across India. Silver prices have also slipped a little.
Today’s Gold Rates (Per 10 Grams)
| City | 22 Carat (₹) | 24 Carat (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 92,900 | 1,01,330 |
| Jaipur | 92,900 | 1,01,330 |
| Ahmedabad | 92,800 | 1,01,230 |
| Patna | 92,800 | 1,01,230 |
| Mumbai | 92,740 | 1,01,170 |
| Hyderabad | 92,740 | 1,01,170 |
| Chennai | 92,740 | 1,01,170 |
| Bangalore | 92,740 | 1,01,170 |
| Kolkata | 92,740 | 1,01,170 |
Silver Price Today
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Silver:
Today’s price is ₹1,16,100 per kg (down by ₹100).-
MCX (Futures):
Gold: ₹99,934/10g (Oct 2025)
Silver: ₹1,14,101/kg (Sep 2025)
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Recent Gold and Silver Trend (Last 1 Month)
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Gold:
24-carat gold was around ₹1,00,500 (end July), rose to ₹1,02,300 (early August during global tensions), now back under ₹1,02,000/10g. -
Silver:
Hovered near ₹1,13,000/kg in late July, reached ₹1,17,000 in mid-August, now at ₹1,16,100.
Factors Affecting Gold in India
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Global market movements: Any shift in the international gold market directly impacts Indian rates.
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INR Value: A weaker rupee makes imported gold costlier.
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Seasonal Demand: Festive/wedding seasons drive up gold demand and prices.
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Geopolitical events: Political or economic instability globally can push rates higher.
