Reference data as of market close on 01 February 2026.
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📊 Market Snapshot – At a Glance
| Item | Value | Change |
| Gold (24K/g) | ₹ 14,870 | ▼ -1,710 (-10.31%) |
| Gold (22K/g) | ₹ 13,621 | ▼ -1,566 (-10.31%) |
| Silver (/g) | ₹ 266 | ▼ -74 (-21.76%) |
| Platinum (/g) | ₹ 7,001 | ▼ -429 (-5.77%) |
| Petrol (/L) | ₹ 94.77 | — |
| Diesel (/L) | ₹ 87.67 | — |
| USD → INR | ₹ 91.89 | — |
| Sensex (Close) | 80,722.94 | ▼ -1,546.84 (-1.88%) |
| Nifty 50 (Close) | 24,825.45 | ▼ -495.20 (-1.96%) |
🔍 Quick Insight:
Precious metal prices witnessed a sharp decline, while equity markets ended the session significantly lower during volatile Budget Day trading amid the Union Budget 2026–27.
🟡 Precious Metals
Gold prices recorded a steep fall across both 24K and 22K purity levels, reflecting a strong downward correction. Silver prices saw an even sharper decline in percentage terms, while platinum also moved lower compared to the previous trading session, indicating broad weakness across precious metals.
⛽ Fuel Prices
Petrol and diesel prices remained unchanged as per the latest available retail rates.
💱 Currency Market
The Indian Rupee remained stable against the US Dollar, based on the last available reference rate.
📈 Equity Markets
Benchmark equity indices closed sharply lower during Budget Day trading, with both Sensex and Nifty 50 registering notable percentage losses amid heightened market volatility following Union Budget 2026–27 announcements.
ℹ️ Why This Matters
Daily movements in precious metals, fuel prices, currency rates, and equity markets have a direct impact on household expenses, savings decisions, and overall market sentiment.
⚠️ Note
Figures shown are indicative reference values based on public sources and may vary by location, market conditions, and time.