Bullion prices across major Indian cities on 18 March 2026 reflected a mixed pattern during morning trade. Gold rates remained relatively stable with minor regional variations, suggesting consistent demand conditions. In contrast, silver prices moved lower across cities, pointing to a moderation in market sentiment compared to the previous session.
Gold prices recorded small variations across cities, largely influenced by local market dynamics such as demand, taxes and logistical costs.
| City | 24 Carat Gold (Per 10 Gm In ₹) | 22 Carat Gold (Per 10 Gm In ₹) |
| Chennai | 156,300 | 143,275 |
| Mumbai | 155,750 | 142,771 |
| Bangalore | 155,880 | 142,890 |
| Hyderabad | 156,000 | 143,000 |
| Kolkata | 155,550 | 142,588 |
Silver prices declined across all tracked cities, indicating a weaker trend in comparison to the previous trading session.
| City | Silver Rate (₹/Kg) | Change |
| Chennai | 250,930 | -3,280 (-1.29%) |
| Mumbai | 249,790 | -3,680 (-1.45%) |
| Bangalore | 249,990 | -3,680 (-1.45%) |
| Hyderabad | 250,190 | -3,680 (-1.45%) |
| Kolkata | 249,460 | -3,680 (-1.45%) |
Gold prices remained broadly unchanged across regions, reflecting steady demand in the domestic market. The marginal differences between cities are mainly due to regional pricing factors and variations in local buying activity.
Silver prices, however, moved lower across all major cities. This decline suggests a cautious approach among market participants or short-term adjustments in trading patterns within the bullion segment.
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On 18 March 2026, gold prices across Indian cities remained relatively stable with minor variations. In contrast, silver prices registered a decline across regions, indicating a softer trend. Overall, the bullion market showed stability in gold alongside a moderate decrease in silver prices during the session.
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Published on: Mar 18, 2026, 10:19 AM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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