Gold and silver prices are continuously rising. On Wednesday, the price of 10 grams of gold reached ₹1,27,500, while silver went up to ₹1,61,418 per kilogram. Global trade tensions and expectations of a potential cut in US interest rates have attracted investors.
Gold-Silver Price Today: On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, gold and silver prices set a new record on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). The price of 10 grams of gold started at ₹1,26,915 and reached ₹1,27,500, while silver prices ranged from ₹1,59,800 to ₹1,61,418. Global trade tensions and the anticipation of interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve have drawn investors towards gold and silver. Over the past 20 years, gold and silver have delivered tremendous returns, making them safe haven options for investors.
New Record for Gold Prices
On Wednesday, the price of 10 grams of gold reached ₹1,27,500 on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX). At the start of trading in the morning, gold was priced at ₹1,26,915 per 10 grams, which was approximately half a percent higher than the previous closing price. This surge is attributed to rising trade tensions between the US and China, and the possibility of interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve.
Experts believe that gold has always been a safe and reliable option for investors. So far this year, gold prices have seen an increase of approximately 55 percent, which is considered an outstanding performance compared to previous years.
Surge in Silver Prices
Similar to gold, silver prices continue to rise. On MCX, silver started at ₹1,59,800 per kilogram and reached ₹1,61,418 during the day. For the past few months, silver has remained close to ₹1 lakh per kilogram. Between 2005 and 2025, silver showed a tremendous gain of approximately 668 percent, indicating that investors are receiving good long-term returns.
According to experts, silver, like gold, is becoming investors' first choice during times of economic and geopolitical instability. Its demand has increased due to both industrial use and investment.
Historical Performance of Gold and Silver
Looking back over the last 20 years, in 2005, the price of gold was approximately ₹7,638 per 10 grams. Today, it has surpassed ₹1,27,000. During this period, gold has consistently provided positive returns to investors.
Silver has also performed tremendously during the same period. Its demand has continuously increased due to its use in both industrial and investment sectors. Over this 20-year period, silver has provided excellent returns to investors.
Market Situation
Due to economic uncertainty, global trade tensions, and the expectation of changes in Federal Reserve policies, investors are moving towards safe investment options. Gold and silver have currently become the primary choices for investors.
Experts believe that the impact of this surge in gold and silver prices could be observed for the next few weeks as well. Investors are currently trying to safeguard their savings in both metals.
