Gold Rates: How much impact did Trump tariffs and Iran-US tension have on gold prices, note the rates in Indian cities
Gold Rate today 21 February 2026: Gold, which has been the first choice of investors for the last several months, is now giving shocks to people. A period of decline in gold prices started in the last days of January 2026, which continued even after the presentation of Budget 2026. The period of fluctuations in gold prices still continues. There has been a slight decline in the prices of gold, but it is still out of reach of the people. According to market experts, people are again turning towards gold due to safe investment. This is the reason why after the recent decline, gold prices have started rising again.
what is the price of gold
According to the bullion website, there has been no change in the prices of gold and silver on Saturday (21 February 2026). On Saturday, 24 carat gold was being sold at Rs 157,380 per 10 grams. In this way the price of 1 kg 24 carat gold is Rs 15,738,000. Whereas, if we talk about 22 carat gold, it is Rs 144,265 per 10 grams. In this case, 22 carat gold is Rs 14,426,500 per kg. Similarly, if the price of silver is Rs 253,230 per kg.
| City | 24 carats (per gram) | 22 carats (per gram) | 18 carats (per gram) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | Rs 15,730 | Rs 14,419 | Rs 12,349 |
| Mumbai | Rs 15,738 | Rs 14,426 | Rs 11,804 |
| Delhi | Rs 15,753 | Rs 14,441 | Rs 11,819 |
| Kolkata | Rs 15,738 | Rs 14,426 | Rs 11,804 |
| Bengaluru | Rs 15,738 | Rs 14,426 | Rs 11,804 |
Shock to common buyers
Due to the rising prices of gold, common people are holding back from buying it even during the wedding season, while investors are also gradually becoming afraid that the prices of this metal might fall drastically. The impact of the ongoing war between Russia-Ukraine and tension between Iran and America is clearly visible on the international market. In times of uncertainty, investors still consider investing in gold and silver as safe. This is the reason why a rise in gold prices was recorded on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX).
Why are gold prices increasing?
Experts say that even though everything seems calm on the surface, there is an atmosphere of tension at the global level. The war between Ukraine and Russia does not seem to be stopping, while the US President has already announced an attack on Iran if a deal is not reached, after which tension remains at the global level. Investment in gold is considered safe amid possible war between Iran and America.
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