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Gold and silver rate outlook: Where are prices headed after Diwali rally fizzles? Here’s what experts say

Gold and silver prices are undergoing correction after witnessing a sharp rally over the past year and investors are wondering where the precious metals will head now.Experts say that the pullback is temporary, and the overall outlook for gold and silver remains strong.Rajesh Rokde, chairman of the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council, told…

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IT sector outlook: Demand shows early stabilisation; AI productivity gains keep growth muted

India’s information technology (IT) services sector is showing tentative signs of demand stabilisation, even as visibility into calendar year 2026 remains uncertain, according to a report by Goldman Sachs.The report highlighted that major IT firms reported sequential revenue growth in the latest quarter, with the sector expanding 1.5 per cent quarter-on-quarter. “While there are early…

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Gold price prediction for Diwali week: What’s the gold rate outlook for October 20, 2025 week? Levels to watch out for

Supply tightness continues in the market however, premiums in ETFs, physical continue to ease off weighing on domestic exchange prices as well. (AI image) Gold price prediction in Diwali week: Gold prices are likely to trade range-bound in the Diwali week, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. Here…

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Stock market outlook week ahead: Key factors set to drive market action on Monday – Here’s all you need to know

The Indian equity markets extended their winning streak on Friday, buoyed by foreign inflows, easing US bond yields, a stronger rupee, and festive optimism. Investors now head into a holiday-shortened week keeping an eye on global trends, foreign fund movements, and quarterly earnings, analysts said. Stock market overview The S&P BSE Sensex surged 484.53 points…

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Stocks to buy: What’s the outlook for Nifty for Diwali week starting October 20? Check list of top stock recommendations

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities, the top stock picks for the upcoming week are Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), and Godrej Properties. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty for the Diwali week starting October 20, 2025: Diwali week: Nifty…

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India exports outlook: Piyush Goyal optimistic despite US tariffs; resilient growth expected in 2025-26

File photo: Union minister Piyush Goyal (Picture credit: PTI) Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday expressed confidence that India’s exports will maintain a positive growth trajectory in 2025-26 despite global uncertainties, including US-imposed tariffs.Addressing reporters, Goyal said that during the first six months of the current fiscal (April–September 2025-26), India’s goods and…

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Gold & silver outlook: Will precious metals glitter or lose shine? Experts decode what investors should do

As gold and silver prices hover near record highs this festive season, investors face a familiar dilemma — whether to join the rally or wait for a correction. With geopolitical tensions, interest rate expectations, and dollar movements shaping global sentiment, the glitter of the yellow metal could turn volatile in the weeks ahead, feel experts.The…

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Gold price prediction: What’s the outlook for October 17, 2025 ahead of Dhanteras? ‘Buying on dips’ makes sense

Overall, the intraday technical setup stays distinctly bullish. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Just ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali, gold prices are likely to continue their upward trend, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. Here is his strategy for gold investors:Gold continued its strong upward trajectory through the…

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Gold & silver outlook: Are precious metal prices set to hold steady amid dollar swings? Anand Rathi expert shares insights

Gold prices are likely to stay firm amid global uncertainty, with the dollar and rupee expected to trade in narrow ranges as tariff tensions and geopolitical risks keep markets volatile, Director of Commodities and Currencies at Anand Rathi, Naveen Mathur, said in an interview with ET.He noted that the dollar index, which touched a three-month…

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