New Delhi, Jan. 10 -- Amid rising geopolitical tensions and fears of a looming recession in the US, the MCX gold rate extended its bull run in 2026. The precious yellow metal has increased from Rs.1,35,447 to Rs.1,38,875 per 10 gm, delivering around 2.50% return to investors in 2026.

According to commodity market experts, the gold rate today is in a bull trend, as geopolitical tensions have surged following the US attacks on Venezuela. They said the US has entered 2026 with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, which has triggered speculation about a US recession. This combination makes a conducive safe-haven demand for gold in the short term. They predicted that gold prices in India may soon reach Rs.1,45,000 per 10 gm once it breaks above the ...