Gold Price Today 18 Feb 2026, Wednesday: Gold and silver prices showed sharp fluctuations at the opening bell on Wednesday, February 18, as domestic bullion markets staged a rebound despite cautious global cues amid Lunar New Year holidays in several Asian countries. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold April futures climbed nearly ₹2,000, or 1.2%, to open at ₹1,53,303 per 10 grams, largely supported by short covering following a two-session decline. Similarly, MCX silver March futures advanced more than ₹4,100, or nearly 2%, to ₹2,32,930 per kg at the start of trade, indicating renewed buying interest in domestic markets.
In the international market, COMEX prices moved slightly higher in early trading on dip buying, though gains remained limited due to a stronger U.S. dollar and positive developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations. Spot gold hovered around $4,901 per ounce during Asian hours, still roughly 15% below its all-time high of $5,626.80. Spot silver, however, fell over 1% to $72.30 per ounce and continues to trade about 67% below its record peak of $121.78, with thin volumes amid holiday-related closures in key Asian markets.
IBJA RATES
The India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) does not publish data on Saturday and Sunday. The price below was noted down on the morning of 18th February 2026.
Gold Price Today: IBJA Gold Rate on 18-02-2026
- Gold 999 (99.9% Purity) – ₹1,51,963(-₹98)
- Gold 995 (99.5% Purity) – ₹1,51,354 (-₹97)
- Gold 916 (22K / 91.6% Purity) – ₹1,39,198(-₹90)
- Gold 750 (18K / 75% Purity) – ₹1,13,972(-₹73)
- Gold 585 (14K / 58.5% Purity) – ₹88,898(-₹57)
Gold Price Today: IBJA Silver Rate on 18-02-2026
- Silver 999 (99.9% Purity) – ₹2,37,039(-₹4,084)
Gold Price Today: IBJA Platinum Rate on 18-02-2026
- Platinum 999 (99.9% Purity) – ₹64,527(-₹2,848)
Disclaimer: The prices mentioned above do not include GST.
SARAFA MARKET
Gold Price Today: Sarafa Bazaar Gold Rate on 18-02-2026
- Gold 995 (23.88 Karat) – ₹1,57,000 (-₹500)
- Gold 916 Hallmark (22 Karat) – ₹1,44,400(-₹400)
- Gold 750 Hallmark (18 Karat) – ₹1,20,700(-₹400)
- Gold 585 Hallmark (14 Karat) – ₹96,200(-₹400)
- Gold 375 Hallmark (9 Karat) – ₹62,800 (-₹200)
Gold Price Today: Sarafa Bazaar Silver Rate on 18-02-2026
- Silver (999 Approx.) – ₹2,46,000(-₹2,000)
VARIOUS CITIES
Gold Price Today: Prices of Various Cities for 18-02-2026
Mumbai
Gold Price Today in Mumbai – ₹155700
Silver Price Today in Mumbai – ₹244000
Ahmedabad
Gold Price Today in Ahmedabad – ₹156800
Silver Price Today in Ahmedabad – ₹245500
Hyderabad
Gold Price Today in Hyderabad – ₹156600
Silver Price Today in Hyderabad – ₹247000
Chennai
Gold Price Today in Chennai – ₹156600
Silver Price Today in Chennai – ₹247500
Vijayawada
Gold Price Today in Vijayawada – ₹156500
Silver Price Today in Vijayawada – ₹246000
Salem
Gold Price Today in Salem – ₹156600
Silver Price Today in Salem – ₹245500
Akola
Gold Price Today in Akola – ₹155600
Silver Price Today in Akola – ₹245500
Satara
Gold Price Today in Satara – ₹155700
Silver Price Today in Satara – ₹245000
Patna
Gold Price Today in Patna – ₹156800
Silver Price Today in Patna – ₹245500
Agra
Gold Price Today in Agra – ₹156400
Silver Price Today in Agra – ₹248500
Pune
Gold Price Today in Pune – ₹155900
Silver Price Today in Pune – ₹245500
Raipur
Gold Price Today in Raipur – ₹155700
Silver Price Today in Raipur – ₹244500
Kolhapur
Gold Price Today in Kolhapur – ₹156100
Silver Price Today in Kolhapur – ₹245000
Solapur
Gold Price Today in Solapur – ₹156000
Silver Price Today in Solapur – ₹246000
Hupari
Gold Price Today in Hupari – ₹156200
Silver Price Today in Hupari – ₹246500
Sangli
Gold Price Today in Sangli – ₹156000
Silver Price Today in Sangli – ₹251000
Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar
Gold Price Today in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar – ₹155700
Silver Price Today in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar – ₹246500
Nagpur
Gold Price Today in Nagpur – ₹155200
Silver Price Today in Nagpur – ₹248000
Delhi
Gold Price Today in Delhi – ₹155000
Silver Price Today in Delhi – ₹246000
Bengaluru
Gold Price Today in Bengaluru – ₹153800
Silver Price Today in Bengaluru – ₹243000
Jalgaon
Gold Price Today in Jalgaon – ₹155000
Silver Price Today in Jalgaon – ₹248000
Nanded
Gold Price Today in Nanded – ₹155000
Silver Price Today in Nanded – ₹245000
Indore
Gold Price Today in Indore – ₹154500
Silver Price Today in Indore – ₹246000
Nashik
Gold Price Today in Nashik – ₹154700
Silver Price Today in Nashik – ₹245000
Jalna
Gold Price Today in Jalna – ₹154500
Silver Price Today in Jalna – ₹246000
Latur
Gold Price Today in Latur – ₹153200
Silver Price Today in Latur – ₹243000
Jaipur
Gold Price Today in Jaipur – ₹156000
Silver Price Today in Jaipur – ₹246000
Jodhpur
Gold Price Today in Jodhpur – ₹155900
Silver Price Today in Jodhpur – ₹245500
Kolkata
Gold Price Today in Kolkata – ₹156000
Silver Price Today in Kolkata – ₹248500
Lucknow
Gold Price Today in Lucknow – ₹155900
Silver Price Today in Lucknow – ₹245500
Kanpur
Gold Price Today in Kanpur – ₹155700
Silver Price Today in Kanpur – ₹246000
GOLD PRICE TODAY: FAQs
1. Why are gold and silver prices experiencing high volatility this week?
Prices are fluctuating sharply due to multiple global triggers, including U.S.-Iran diplomatic developments, Russia-Ukraine peace talks, a stronger U.S. dollar, Lunar New Year-related thin trading volumes, and upcoming key U.S. economic data.
2. How does a stronger U.S. dollar affect gold and silver prices?
Gold and silver are dollar-denominated commodities. When the U.S. dollar strengthens, precious metals become more expensive for holders of other currencies, often reducing demand and pressuring prices lower.
3. What role do Lunar New Year holidays play in bullion price movement?
Holiday closures in major Asian markets like China and Korea reduce trading volumes. Thin liquidity can amplify price swings and sometimes lead to exaggerated volatility in precious metals.
4. How do geopolitical talks influence safe-haven demand?
Positive developments in geopolitical negotiations, such as U.S.-Iran discussions or Russia-Ukraine talks, tend to reduce safe-haven demand for gold. Conversely, escalating tensions usually boost gold and silver prices.
5. Why is silver more volatile than gold?
Silver typically exhibits higher volatility because it has dual demand — both as a precious metal and an industrial metal. Changes in economic outlook, manufacturing activity, and investor sentiment can therefore cause sharper price movements compared to gold.
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