New Delhi:- Gold and silver prices have recorded an increase today. According to the Indian Bullion and Jewelers Association, the price of 24-carat gold has increased by Rs 3,362 per 10 grams to Rs 1,58,428. Earlier, the price of gold was Rs 1,55,066. Similarly, silver prices have also increased. Silver has become expensive by Rs 15,236 to Rs 2,65,550 per kg, while its price yesterday was Rs 2,50,314. Market experts believe that prices may increase further in the coming days.

**The year 2026 is witnessing continuous fluctuations in the prices of gold and silver. So far this year, gold has become expensive by Rs 25,000 and silver by Rs 35,000. It is worth mentioning that on January 29 this year, gold had touched its highest level (all-time high) of Rs 1.76 lakh and Rs 3.86 lakh. This rise in prices has become a matter of concern for investors and customers.

**Gold price will remain at only Rs 80,000 per tola
The continuously increasing prices of gold have surprised common buyers, but now market experts have made a big prediction. Analysts believe that gold prices may fall drastically in the coming times and it may come down to Rs 80,000 per 10 grams.

**Current price fluctuations
This year, the price of 24-carat gold had reached a high of Rs 1,76,121, after which it saw some decline and came down to around Rs 1,48,746. Although it is now seeing a surge again, according to experts, it will not last long.

**Main reasons for the price increase
The major reason for the increase in gold prices in the past months is the global economic instability and heavy buying by central banks. In particular, the BRICS countries—Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, have bought almost 50% of the total gold purchases worldwide in the last six months. The aim of these countries was to reduce their dependence on the US dollar.
Why could the decline occur?

**Experts have cited several important reasons for the fall in prices:
Russia's changing strategy: If Russia starts using the dollar again for international trade, it can sell its gold reserves, which will increase supply in the market and prices will fall.
End of the Russia-Ukraine war: If this war ends through an agreement, there will be stability in the world market, which will bring down gold prices.
Decline in demand: If large buyers like India and China reduce their demand, there will be huge pressure on prices.