Topic
quarterly performance
Gold Price Slides to $3,975/oz After Worst Quarterly Drop Since 2013; Bearish Outlook Persists
Gold posted its worst quarterly performance since 2013 in Q2 2026, falling nearly 14% as expectations of higher US interest rates, a stronger dollar, and easing US-Iran tensions eroded safe-haven demand. The metal extended losses into July, slipping below $3,980/oz for the first time since November. Analysts at Anand Rathi see near-term outlook negative amid hawkish Fed commentary and a Death Cross on the charts, though physical demand in India has improved at lower price levels.
Exports Rise 15% in Apr-Jun 14 Despite Global Uncertainties, Says Piyush Goyal
India's exports recorded 15% growth in April, May, and the first 14 days of June 2026, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, despite 50% US tariffs. May exports hit a six-month high of $45.2 billion with a trade deficit of $28.21 billion. Minister also urged a cleanliness campaign in his Mumbai North constituency.