Gold prices rise by ₹5,800, silver by ₹13,200; rates skyrocket in just 72 hours
Gold-Silver Price Today: Amid rising tensions in West Asia, demand for gold and silver as safe-haven investments has surged once again among investors. Consequently, prices are witnessing a continuous upward trend.
Gold-Silver Price Today (August 13, 2026): Gold prices continue to rise. Rates have increased today as well. The price of 24-carat gold has jumped by ₹270 per 10 grams, reaching the ₹1,55,130 mark; yesterday, the price stood at ₹1,54,860 per 10 grams.
What are the prices for 22-carat and 18-carat gold?
The price of 22-carat gold has increased by ₹250 per 10 grams today, bringing the rate to ₹1,42,200 per 10 grams. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold has seen a rise of ₹210 per 10 grams, with the price now recorded at ₹1,16,350.
Continuous rise in gold prices
Gold prices have witnessed an unexpected surge over the past 72 hours. In just three days, the price has jumped by ₹5,800 per 10 grams. Furthermore, within just five days, gold has become dearer by ₹8,444–₹8,644 per 10 grams in domestic markets. Driven by this massive surge, gold has crossed the historic level of ₹1.52 lakh per 10 grams on the Multi Commodity Exchange.
Silver also becomes costlier
Silver has witnessed an even more explosive rise compared to gold. Its price has increased by ₹13,200 per kilogram over the past 72 days. Meanwhile, prices have risen by ₹14,268 to ₹15,435 over the past five days. Consequently, silver prices have reached a record high of ₹2.55 lakh per kilogram. Today, the price of silver stands at ₹255 per gram, ₹2,040 per 8 grams, ₹2,550 per 10 grams, ₹25,500 per 100 grams, and ₹2,55,000 per kilogram. No change in prices has been observed today compared to yesterday.
Why are prices rising?
Escalating military tensions between the US and Iran have created an atmosphere of fear among investors in global markets. Amidst this uncertainty, investors are withdrawing funds from volatile markets like the stock exchange and betting on gold—viewing it as a safe investment—which is driving up prices. Prices have also risen due to the increased likelihood of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve, driven by US employment data and stable inflation figures. Gold prices tend to rise when interest rates are lowered.
Is this the right time to buy?
If you wish to sell gold, this is an excellent opportunity; you can book substantial profits at these high prices. However, if you are planning to buy gold now, it would be wise to wait a while longer. This is because such a massive surge in prices often carries the risk of a market correction or a subsequent drop. Consequently, betting on gold in the short term could prove disadvantageous. However, you might consider investing in it for the long term.
