Gold Silver Price Down: Shocking Fall Raises Big Investor Concerns

An unexpected shock hit investors as gold and silver prices collapsed sharply in a single day. After months of unstoppable rallies, the precious metals finally cracked under heavy selling pressure, triggering panic across global and domestic markets.

Experts who had earlier warned that prices had reached unsustainable levels now appear to be right, as both gold and silver recorded one of their steepest single-day declines in years.

 

Gold and Silver Prices Plunge in Global Markets

Selling pressure that started in international markets quickly intensified.

Gold prices dropped nearly 11%, falling to around $4,732 per ounce

Silver prices crashed by about 32%, settling near $78 per ounce

Market analysts say such a dramatic fall within a single trading session is extremely rare and has not been seen in over a decade.

 

Hyderabad Bullion Market Sees Heavy Losses

International cues severely impacted the domestic bullion market, especially in Hyderabad.

24-carat gold (10 grams) plunged by over ₹21,860, reaching ₹1,69,200

Prices fell further on Saturday by ₹8,620, settling at ₹1,60,580

Silver prices collapsed sharply, with 1 kg of silver falling by nearly ₹45,000

The current silver price in Hyderabad stands close to ₹3.5 lakh per kg

The speed and scale of the fall left traders and investors visibly shaken.

MCX Futures Witness Extreme Volatility

The Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX) experienced wild price swings throughout the session.

Gold April futures

Opened at ₹1,80,499

Touched a high of ₹1,83,493

Crashed to close at ₹1,50,849

Loss: ~18%

Silver March futures

Opened at ₹3,83,898

Rose to ₹3,89,986

Fell sharply to close at ₹2,91,922

Loss: ~27%

Such volatility clearly reflects panic selling and aggressive profit booking.

Why Did Gold and Silver Prices Fall So Sharply?

According to market experts, several factors triggered this sudden collapse:

Heavy profit booking after prices hit record highs

Strengthening the US dollar, reducing demand for precious metals

Expectations around Federal Reserve leadership and policy direction

Signs of easing global geopolitical tensions

Increased short selling, especially in silver

Together, these factors created intense pressure on gold and silver prices.

 

Will Gold and Silver Prices Fall Further?

Market analysts advise caution. While short-term volatility may continue, experts believe prices could still face further downside if:

The US dollar continues to strengthen

Global tensions ease further

Interest rate expectations remain firm

However, long-term investors are advised to wait for stability before making fresh entries.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

Q1. Why did gold and silver prices crash suddenly?

Heavy profit booking, a strong US dollar, easing global tensions, and short selling caused the sharp fall.

Q2. How much did gold prices fall in India?

Gold prices fell by over ₹21,000 per 10 grams in Hyderabad, and the next day saw further losses.

Q3. Is this a good time to buy gold and silver?

Experts recommend waiting, as prices may fall further in the short term.

Q4. Will gold prices recover again?

Long-term fundamentals remain strong, but near-term volatility is expected.

Conclusion

The sudden collapse in gold and silver prices has shocked investors and traders alike. After a historic rally, the market is now entering a phase of correction and uncertainty. While long-term demand for precious metals remains intact, experts strongly advise caution in the short term as volatility may continue.

Investors should closely track global cues, currency movements, and central bank signals before making any investment decisions.