Gold prices have extended their uptrend in 2026, scaling fresh record highs. International gold prices advanced by nearly 6% in the first 13 days of the new year, registering five new all-time highs and breaching the US$4,600/oz mark. This follows a 4.2% rise in December and a strong 67% gain during 2025, the highest annual increase since 1979. Domestic gold prices have closely tracked the global rally, rising to INR139,799/10g. The sustained uptrend has been largely driven by elevated geopolitical tensions, persistent policy uncertainty, and resilient safe-haven demand. In addition, positive momentum, reflected in ... (full story)