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Gold Rate in Dehradun
Dehradun located in Dehradun is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and holds the same cultural ideals as the rest of the state. It is a well developed town with many and eccentrically showy weddings and festivities especially when it's the Diwali and the Dhantera seasons. The city is home to many Garhwali and Pahari people who are strongly find gold an extremely holistic approach in terms of creating wealth as well as being auspicious for special occasions. Families leave their forerunners with gold as a form of wealth and ornamental hand me downs that are made of gold. But this city also finds trading it as a precious metal commodity quite useful as well.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for October 2018 (rates per gram)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 carat) |
| October 1 Rate | Rs.3,140 per gram |
| October 31 Rate | Rs.3,260 per gram |
| Highest Rate in October | Rs.3,271 per gram on 26 October |
| Lowest Rate in October | Rs.3,140 per gram from 1 to 3 October |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 3.82% |
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for September 2018 (rates per gram)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 carat) |
| September 1 Rate | Rs.3,103 per gram |
| September 30 Rate | Rs.3,140 per gram |
| Highest Rate in September | Rs.3,155 per gram on 26 and 27 September |
| Lowest Rate in September | Rs.3,082 per gram on 4 September |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 1.22% |
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for August 2018 (rates per gram)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 carat) |
| August 1 Rate | Rs.3,050 per gram |
| August 31 Rate | Rs.3,092 per gram |
| Highest Rate in August | Rs.3,092 per gram from 31 August |
| Lowest Rate in August | Rs.3,014 per gram on 20 - 21 August |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 1.37% |
August 2018 - Week 1 (1 - 5):
- Gold opened at Rs.3,050 per gram on 1 August 2018. Favourable global trends and steady demand for the metal helped gold rates incline on the first day of the month.
- Compared to other currencies, the US dollar value increased. This caused demand for the metal to decline. Therefore, gold rates fell in the following days in Dehradun.
- On 2 August, the price of gold in Dehradun was recorded at Rs.3,045 per gram, and on 3 August it dropped substantially to Rs.3,035.
- During the latter part of the week, the dollar strengthened ahead of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy release. This caused the price of gold in Dehradun to plummet further. On 4 August, the gold rate stood at Rs.3,019 per gram and at the end of the week, on 5 August, it was recorded at Rs.3,035 per gram.
August 2018 - Week 2 (6 - 12):
- Gold continued to trade at Rs.3,035 per gram on 6 August as the demand for the metal from jewellers, retailers and local industries was stable.
- However, as the US unemployment data was released and the statistics indicated that jobs that contributed to the development of the US economy would dip substantially, the US dollar dipped in value when compared to other currencies.
- This led the gold price in Dehradun to drop slightly to Rs.3,029 per gram and on 9 and 10 August.
- At the end of week 2, strong investor demand was recorded. This, along with a weakened dollar, caused the price of gold in Dehradun to spike on the last day of this week. On 12 August, the metal was recorded at Rs.3,050 per gram.
August 2018 - Week 3 (13 - 19):
- Gold in Dehradun continued to trade at Rs.3.050 per gram. During the third week of August, both dollar value and equities weakened, affecting gold rates in Dehradun in the following few days.
- Favourable market trends coupled with positive global demand unaltered the price of gold in Dehradun as it still stood at Rs.3,050 per gram on 14 August, but dipped the next day to Rs.3,035 per gram.
- The lowest gold rate for the month of August in Dehradun was recorded on 17 August when the precious metal traded at Rs.3,003 per gram. During this time, the US dollar strengthened and dominated other currencies.
- Poor domestic demand coupled with weak overseas trends led the gold price in Dehradun to remain relatively stable at Rs.3,014 per gram at the end of the week.
August 2018 - Week 4 (20 - 26):
- On 20 and 21, gold was priced at Rs.3,014 per gram in Dehradun. This was one of the lowest points in the month. However, favourable trends overseas helped gold rates in to incline in the following days.
- On 22 August, the gold rate in Dehradun surged to Rs.3,024 per gram after a drop in the dollar value which also led to an increase in investor demand for the metal.
- With the US President criticizing the Fed Reserve’s decision to raise the US interest rates, the dollar value dropped further.
- Strong global demand coupled with positive market trends led to the gold price in Dehradun close at Rs.3,035 per gram on 26 August.
August 2018 - Week 5 (27 - 31):
- Gold prices in Dehradun rose considerably in week 5 on account of strong trends overseas which increased the demand for gold worldwide.
- Gold was priced at Rs.3,035 per gram on 27 August when the week began.
- With domestic gold and silver markets gaining on the US dollar that had dipped in value, gold price in Dehradun surged considerably in the following days.
- With investors and market participants refraining from making purchases ahead of the Federal Reserve Chairman’s statement on the US interest rate hike, the US dollar value plunged. This led to gold rate in Dehradun to rise considerably to Rs.3,082 per gram on the 28 and the 29 August.
- The month concluded with gold price in Dehradun being recorded at Rs.3,092 per gram on 31 August, the highest price during August. The state also registered an incline of 1.37% in gold rates during the course of the month.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for July 2018 (rates per gram)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| July 1 Rate | Rs.3,146 per gram |
| July 31 Rate | Rs.3,082 per gram |
| Highest Rate in July | Rs.3,165 per gram from 6 - 7 July |
| Lowest Rate in July | Rs.3,082 per gram on 31 July |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Decline |
| Percentage Change | -2.03% |
July 2018- Week 1 (1-6)
- The month began with the Gold rate standing at Rs.3,124 per gram. A drop when compared to the price recorded at the end of the previous month. This can be associated with the decline in dollar rates.
- Gold prices marginally rose on the 5 July to Rs.3,129 per gram due to a further decline in the dollar value. The dollar was affected by the trade policies with regard to the Federal Reserve increasing interest rates. This created mounting tension in the economy.
- Gold rates held steady in the following few days as the dollar eased ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting (Fed Minutes) for July.
- The Gold rate for Dehradun increased at the end of the week as it stood at Rs.3,134 per gram on 6 July
July 2018- Week 2 (7-13)
- The precious metal started off strong on Week 2 at Rs.3,140, an increase from the end of last week, that can be associated with a slight fall in dollar rates.
- In spite of the dollar weakening, Gold rates in Dehradun dropped slightly during the next few days when it stood at Rs.3,134 per gram from 8 - 9 July.
- The price of the metal in Dehradun declined further due to an increased dollar while the trade spat between China and the USA escalated. The metal’s price on 12 - 13 July stood at Rs.3,119 and Rs.3,103 per gram respectively.
- The price of the metal in Dehradun, at the end of Week 2, remained at Rs.3,103 per gram.
July 2018- Week 3 (14-20)
- Gold price in Dehradun commenced at Rs.3,093 at the start of Week 3, a decrease when compared to the price of the metal at the end of Week 2.
- The dollar price continued to climb, which did not have a substantial effect on the gold price in Dehradun for the coming few days. As on 14 July up to 17 July, the Gold rate stood around Rs.3,092 per gram.
- A weak demand for the precious metal unaffected its rate in Dehradun.
- US dollar dropped from a three-week high on 19 July, which was surprisingly detrimental to Gold rates in Dehradun. The rate stood at Rs.3,056 per gram on 19 July.
- At the end of the week, the Gold rate in Dehradun increased marginally to Rs.3,061 per gram.
July 2018- Week 4 (21-31)
- The week started off with the Gold price in Dehradun standing at Rs.3,061 per gram, the same as the gold price as on the last day of Week 3.
- The US dollar rate fell to a two-week-low on 23 July. This caused an increment in Gold prices in Dehradun. The Gold rate on 23 July was reported to be Rs.3,082 per gram.
- On 24 July, when the US Treasury yields rose, the price of the precious yellow metal took a beating in Dehradun. The Gold rate stood on this day at Rs.3,077 per gram.
- On 26 July, the Gold rate went down despite a slip in the US dollar after the President of USA, Donald Trump and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker agreed to work towards eliminating trade barriers. The price of Gold in Dehradun stood at Rs.3,066 per gram.
- The Gold rate then plunged further, and at the end of the month and the price in Dehradun was recorded at Rs.3,056. The percentage change of Gold rate in Dehradun was recorded to be -2.03%.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for June 2018 (rates per gram)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| June 1 Rate | Rs.3,187 per gram |
| June 30 Rate | Rs.3,119 per gram |
| Highest Rate in June | Rs.3,192 per gram on 16 June |
| Lowest Rate in June | Rs.3,119 per gram on 30 June |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Decline |
| Percentage Change | -2.13% |
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for May 2018 (rates per gram of 24 karat gold)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| May 1 Rate | Rs.3,192 per gram |
| May 31 Rate | Rs.3,187 per gram |
| Highest Rate in May | Rs.3,234 per gram on 14 May |
| Lowest Rate in May | Rs.3,171 per gram on 18 May |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Decline |
| Percentage Change | -0.15% |
May 2018- Week 1 (1st-6th)
- Gold prices were on the increase in the first week, though some turbulence was seen due to fluctuating demand.
- The yellow metal opened the month at Rs.3,192 per gram before prices dipped on sluggish local demand.
- International demand for the metal was on the rise as the dollar failed to capitalise on positive market cues.
- Industrial and retail demand was steady, which kept prices from fluctuating too much as the week ended.
May 2018- Week 2 (7th-13th)
- The second week saw gold open at Rs.3,197 per gram on steady demand from both local as well as overseas buyers.
- Gold price in Dehradun rose to Rs.3,203 per gram on 8 May as the dollar dipped in early trading on renewed fears of a trade war between the United States and China.
- Industrial demand from Asia was also on the increase, though prices were not impacted much by it.
- A firm dollar and strong equity markets kept gold gains to a minimum, though the yellow metal’s price rose to Rs.3,208 per gram on 11 May.
- Prices did not change much as the week drew to a close on 13 May.
May 2018- Week 3 (14th-20th)
- Gold opened the week at Rs.3,234 per gram on increased demand from investors due to geopolitical tensions affecting equity market performance.
- Dovish comments from the Fed on a possible rate hike also dampened interest in the dollar, though gold prices fell to Rs.3,213 per gram on 15 May.
- Prices continued to fall as markets bounced back on positive investor sentiment ahead of the planned talks between the U.S. and North Korea.
- Gold price in in Dehradun fell to Rs.3,192 per gram as the week ended on 20 May on poor demand.
May 2018- Week 4 (21st-27th)
- Gold prices fluctuated during the week due to a strengthening dollar and increasing investor interest in equities.
- The yellow metal was priced at Rs.3,192 per gram on 21 May before prices dipped to Rs.3,182 per gram on 22 May as Sino-U.S. trade war fears diminished after negotiations.
- Demand for gold rose marginally towards the middle of the week as industrial orders rose i spite of a high dollar index.
- Local demand was still muted, though the metal’s price rose to Rs.3,203 per gram on 25 May on positive global cues.
- The revival of talks with North Korea bolstered U.S. equity markets, which dampened interest in gold, leaving prices unchanged as the week ended on 27 May.
May 2018- Week 5 (28th-31st)
- Prices remained more or less constant in the last week of May as there was minimal movement across bullion markets.
- Gold traded at Rs.3,203 per gram on 28 May as demand for the metal was on the decline across major trading platforms.
- Retail demand was stagnant while industrial demand was also falling due to the strengthening dollar.
- Gold price in Dehradun fell to Rs.3,187 per gram on 29 May, with the price remaining unchanged till the month ended on 31 May.
- The drop in demand for gold and market factors led to gold prices falling by 0.15% over the course of the month.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for April 2018 (rates per gram for 24 karat gold)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold Rate on 1st April 2018 | Rs.3,140 per gram |
| Gold Rate on 30th April 2018 | Rs.3,208 per gram |
| Highest Rate in April | Rs.3,224 per gram on 20 April |
| Lowest Rate in April | Rs.3,129 per gram on 7 April |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 2.16% |
April 2018- Week 1 (1st - 7th)
- Gold prices in Dehradun rose in the first week of April, with the precious metal opening the month priced at Rs.3,140 per gram.
- Prices were constant for a few days as local demand saw a drop in orders, even as international demand was on the increase due to volatile equity markets.
- The rising tensions between China and the United States led to U.S. markets falling sharply, which led investors to seek out safe-haven assets like bullion.
- Gold rate in Dehradun subsequently rose to Rs.3,161 per gram on 4 April as local jewellers also increased demand courtesy low import rates.
- Industrial demand was weak, as gold prices fell to Rs.3,134 per gram on 6 April after the dollar made a slight recovery towards the end of the week.
- A decline in local demand saw gold prices fall to Rs.3,129 per gram on 7 April.
April 2018- Week 2 (8th - 15th)
- Gold price in Dehradun rose to Rs.3,140 per gram as the week opened with the dollar trading weak against a basket of global currencies.
- Local demand for the metal was stable as retail buyers increased purchases due to favourable market cues, though prices remained stagnant.
- The release of U.S. non-farm payrolls data indicated favourable trends for the market which led to the dollar making gains.
- Demand for gold fell overseas but rebounded on news of the Syrian government’s alleged chemical attack against its own civilians.
- Gold rate in Dehradun rose to Rs.3,197 per gram on 13 April as markets fell sharply amidst news that the U.S. would seek to retaliate.
- Local markets were also volatile, though gold prices fell marginally on demand vagaries.
- The precious metal ended the week priced at Rs.3,187 per gram on 15 April.
April 2018- Week 3 (16th - 22nd)
- The weekend retaliatory airstrikes by U.S.-led forces led to equity markets opening poorly, resulting in higher demand for safe-haven assets like gold.
- Gold was priced at Rs.3,208 per gram on 16 April as local as well as international demand was high due to favourable market conditions.
- Prices regularised during the week as gold slipped to Rs.3,192 per gram on 17 April as local demand fell slightly due to the high cost.
- Industrial demand kept prices steady during the week as overseas trends were volatile, with gold priced at Rs.3,224 per gram on 20 April.
- Gold price in Dehradun fell marginally towards the end of the week as local demand was on the decline, resulting in the metal trading at Rs.3,218 per gram on 22 April.
April 2018- Week 4 (23rd - 30th)
- The last week of April saw gold prices fluctuate due to market volatility and fluctuating demand.
- The precious metal was priced at Rs.3,218 per gram on 23 April before prices fell to Rs.3,197 per gram on 24 April due to declining local demand.
- Industrial demand also fell as the dollar recovered from its earlier losses, which put pressure on the metal.
- A possible rate hike led to the dollar rising on positive trends, with gold rising to Rs.3,213 per gram on 26 April.
- Gold price in Dehradun fell as the month ended, with gold priced at Rs.3,208 per gram on 30 April.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for March 2018 (rates per gram for 24 karat gold)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold Rate on 1st March | Rs.3,113 per gram |
| Gold Rate on 31st March | Rs.3,134 per gram |
| Highest Rate in March | Rs.3,171 per gram on 25 & 26 March |
| Lowest Rate in March | Rs.3,098 per gram on 19 & 20 March |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 0.67% |
March 2018- Week 1 (1st-4th)
- Gold prices in Dehradun were on the rise in the first week of March due to fluctuating equity markets, with the metal opening the week at Rs.3,113 per gram.
- Prices rose to Rs.3,108 per gram on 2 March following the renewal of war rhetoric between the U.S. and North Korea, which led to investors seeking out safe-haven assets like bullion.
- The week ended with gold prices surging to Rs.3,134 per gram on 4 March as the U.S. Dollar fell heavily against other currencies, with an increase in orders for the metal.
March 2018- Week 2 (5th-11th)
- While gold prices rose in the second week, turbulent markets and demand vagaries led to prices fluctuating.
- The week began with gold priced at Rs.3,134 per gram on 5 March before falling slightly due to a drop in industrial demand.
- A recovery by the dollar and a bullish U.S. equity market also pushed back demand for the yellow metal, which traded at Rs.3,119 per gram on 7 April.
- Less than favourable data from the U.S. jobs market led to a slide in the dollar rate as gold surged to Rs,3,140 per gram on 8 April.
- Prices sharply declined as local demand could not sustain orders and gold once again traded at Rs.3,129 per gram on 9 April.
- The week ended with a minor rise in price as gold traded at Rs.3,134 per gram on 11 March.
March 2018- Week 3 (12th-18th)
- Dehradun saw a drop in gold prices during the third week as local jewellers reduced offtake as a result of declining sales.
- Gold traded at Rs.3,134 per gram on 12 March but prices dropped soon after as investors reduced interest in the asset due to strong performing equity markets.
- The yellow metal traded at Rs.3,119 per gram on 16 April as demand continued to slide, with Asian markets also reducing orders due to the high import cost.
- The week ended with gold trading at Rs.3,103 per gram on 18 April as a strong dollar performance and declining orders led to prices dropping.
March 2018- Week 4 (19th - 25th)
- The week opened with gold priced at Rs.3,098 per gram on 19 March after a further drop in orders from both overseas as well as domestic buyers.
- Volatile equity markets led to some gains at the beginning of the week, with gold rising to Rs.3,113 per gram on 21 March.
- The escalation of tensions between North Korea and the U.S. led to a sharp fall in the dollar rate as well as equity markets, which boosted demand for gold.
- Prices rose to Rs.3,135 per gram on 23 February as investors bought gold as a hedge against future equity losses.
- Gold ended the month priced at Rs.3,171 per gram on 25 March following a late rally.
March 2018- Week 5 (26th -31st)
- The last week saw demand for gold more or less constant, with the precious metal priced at Rs.3,171 per gram on 26 March.
- A slight drop in price was recorded as the dollar made a recovery after its losses the previous week.
- Prices fell marginally as local demand for the metal was on the decline, but stable demand from industrial units kept prices from falling too steeply.
- The month ended with gold priced at Rs.3,134 per gram on 31 March.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for February 2018 (rates per gram for 24 karat gold)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold Rate on 1st February 2018 | Rs.3,077 per gram |
| Gold Rate on 28th February 2018 | Rs.3,129 per gram |
| Highest Rate in February | Rs.3,161 per gram on 18 & 19 February |
| Lowest Rate in February | Rs.3,035 per gram on 9 February |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 1.68% |
February 2018- Week 1 (1-4):
- Gold prices in Dehradun were steady as the week began before a steep rise in price was observed.
- The precious metal opened the month trading at Rs.3,077 per gram on stable demand from local jewellers and industrial units.
- Prices remained unchanged for the rest of the week as international demand was also muted, though steady demand kept prices from falling.
February 2018- Week 2 (5-11):
- Prices fluctuated in the second week of February as conflicting cues from the market as well as an unstable U.S. Dollar took its toll on the metal.
- Gold was priced at Rs.3,082 per gram on 5 February before a rally by equity markets saw interest in gold slide.
- Prices dropped to Rs.3,066 per gram on 6 February and remained unchanged for a few days due to stagnant demand.
- A firming dollar led to a further drop in price, with gold falling to Rs.3,035 per gram on 9 February as positive non-farm data buoyed markets.
- Prices rose as the week ended, with gold trading at Rs.3,056 per gram on 11 February.
February 2018- Week 3 (12-18):
- Market uncertainty coupled with waning investor confidence in the dollar resulted in gold prices rising significantly over the course of the week.
- Gold was priced at Rs.3,056 per gram on 12 February before prices rose to Rs.3,098 per gram on 14 February due to higher retail demand.
- The declining dollar rate encouraged an increase in orders from industry, as international demand also rose.
- The yellow metal was priced at Rs.3,140 per gram on 16 February as investor interest in gold rose to offset price pressures due to higher inflation data.
- The week ended as gold reached its highest rate for the month, trading at Rs.3,161 per gram on 18 February.
February 218- Week 4 (19-25):
- A recovery by the dollar and bull run by stock markets saw gold prices plunge on poor demand throughout the week.
- Gold was priced at Rs.3,161 per gram on 19 February but fell y Rs.10 to trade at Rs.3,150 per gram on 20 February.
- Retail demand fell as the wedding season drew to a close, with jewellers also reducing orders due to declining sales.
- Gold fell to Rs.3,119 per gram on 23 February as industrial demand also reduced due to high import costs associated with a strong dollar.
- Prices recovered marginally as the week ended with gold priced at Rs.3,124 per gram on 25 February.
February 2018- Week 5 (26-28):
- Prices fluctuated in the last week in Dehradun, with gold opening the week priced at Rs.3,124 per gram.
- The precious metal’s price rose to Rs.3,134 per gram on 25 February on strong local demand.
- Prices dipped slightly due to international cues as gold closed the month trading at Rs.3,129 per gram on 28 February.
- The steady fall in price in the last week affected gold’s overall value, which rose by 1.68% during the month.
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Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for January 2018 (rates per gram for 24 karat gold)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold Rate on 1st January 2018 | Rs.3,010 per gram |
| Gold Rate on 31st January 2018 | Rs.3,066 per gram |
| Highest Rate in January | Rs.3,120 per gram on 24 and 25 January |
| Lowest Rate in January | Rs.3,010 per gram on 1, 2 and 3 January |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 1.19% |
January 2018 - Week 1 (1st to 7th):
- Trading began in Dehradun with the precious metal trading at Rs.3,010 per gram on the 1st of January.
- Steady domestic demand coupled with firm trends overseas resulted in gold prices holding at Rs.3,010 per gram until the 3rd.
- The 4th witnessed gold rate in Dehradun surging to Rs.3,045 per gram which plunged to Rs.3,030 per gram the next day with the US dollar strengthening against a basket of other major currencies ahead of the US employment data.
- However, with the US job data failing to meet market expectations, the US dollar lost its ground. This led to gold price in Dehradun rebounding to Rs.3,045 per gram on the 6th.
- Positive trends overseas coupled with steady domestic demand from local jewellers, retailers and industries led to gold being priced at Rs.3,050 per gram on the 7th.
January 2018 - Week 2 (8th to 14th):
- The week opened with gold rates holding steady at Rs.3,050 per gram on the 8th with stable demand amid the weakened US dollar and equities.
- However, with the US dollar index gaining against other apex currencies in the global trade, gold price in Dehradun plunged to Rs.3,045 per gram on the 9th.
- Gold rate in Dehradun surged again to Rs.3,051 per gram on the 10th after the US dollar lost its sheen hitting record lows over the next few days.
- The precious metal prices plunged to Rs.3,041 per gram on the 11th before rebounding to Rs.3,061 per gram the following day with gold touching near seven-week highs in the bullion trade.
- Strong global trends brought by the weakened US dollar and poorly-performing equities resulted in gold prices rising to Rs.3,078 per gram on the 13th.
- When the week concluded, the bullion prices were recorded holding at Rs.3,099 per gram on the 14th owing to an increased demand from local retailers, jewellers and industries amid the positive trends overseas.
January 2018 - Week 3 (15th to 21st):
- When trading commenced for the third week, the yellow metal was recorded trading at Rs.3,099 per gram on the 15th with steady domestic demand from the previous week.
- Prices remained unchanged at Rs.3,099 per gram the next day which surged further to Rs.3,115 per gram on the 17th due to an incline in demand for the bullion amid the weakening US dollar.
- Demand, however, began with the US greenback recovering from the previous rally of losses, gold price in Dehradun dropped slightly to Rs.3,095 per gram on the 18th.
- Rates remained unaltered at Rs.3,095 per gram the next couple of days with steady demand from local jeweller and retailers.
- The gold rate in Dehradun rebounded to Rs.3,115 per gram on the 21st after the US dollar lost its ground with markets speculating over the possible US government shutdown concerns.
January 2018 - Week 4 (22nd to 28th):
- Trading opened in Dehradun with the precious metal prices holding at Rs.3,115 per gram on the 22nd with strong domestic demand amid the firm trends overseas.
- Prices plunged slightly to Rs.3,110 per gram on the 23rd before surging to Rs.3,120 per gram on the 24th with the US dollar index gaining against a basket of other major emerging currencies in the global markets.
- The 25th saw gold rate in Dehradun remaining unchanged at Rs.3,120 per gram with the metal hitting near 16-month highs in the bullion trade.
- However, the rest of the week saw gold price in Dehradun dropping due to a decline in global demand brought about by the recovering US dollar index.
- The week concluded with the yellow metal being priced at Rs.3,077 per gram on the 28th with poor domestic demand from industries and jewellers.
January 2018 - Week 5 (29th to 31st):
- The final week opened with the bullion trading at Rs.3,077 per gram on the 29th with steady demand for the metal amid firm trends overseas.
- Gold price in Dehradun dropped to Rs.3,066 per gram the next day with the US dollar index regaining lost ground from the previous weeks’ losses.
- The month ended with the bullion trading at Rs.3,066 per gram on the 31st owing to a subdued but steady demand amid the poor trends overseas.
- Dehradun recorded an incline of 1.86% in gold trade owing to the strong domestic demand brought about by positive trends overseas.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for December 2017 (rates per gram for 24 karat gold)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold Rate on 1st December 2017 | Rs.3,016 per gram |
| Gold Rate on 31st December 2017 | Rs.3,020 per gram |
| Highest Rate in December | Rs.3,036 per gram from 2 to 4 December |
| Lowest Rate in December | Rs.2,910 per gram on 11 to 13 December |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 0.13% |
December 2017 - Week 1 (1st to 10th)
- The week opened in Dehradun with the yellow metal trading at Rs.3,016 per gram on the 1st of December.
- Gold rate in Dehradun picked up to Rs.3,036 per gram on the 2nd after the US dollar value declined amid uncertainties on the landmark US tax bill in the US Senate.
- Steady demand by local jewellers, retailer and industries amid the positive trend overseas resulted in the precious metal holding steady at Rs.3,036 per gram until the 4th.
- The US dollar, however, regained its lost ground after the US Senate opted to set aside differences between the House and Republicans and clear the tax bill. This led to gold prices in Dehradun plunging to Rs.2,998 per gram on the 5th.
- With the US greenback gaining against other major emerging currencies and the equity markets performing well, gold rates in Dehradun dropped significantly during the week.
- The bullion prices were recorded at Rs.2,988 per gram on the 6th before plummeting to Rs.2,983 on the 7th amid poor global trends.
- The 8th witnessed gold rates hit its lowest in four months at Rs.2,950 per gram after investors began focussing on the US central bank’s monetary policy meetings to be held during the next week.
- However, demand picked up in the domestic market with jewellers and retailers ramping up purchases to meet the local wedding season demand. Gold was priced at Rs.2,955 per gram on the 9th.
- The week ended with the precious metal holding steady at Rs.2,955 per gram on the 10th.
December 2017 - Week 2 (11th to 17th)
- The second week began with gold priced at Rs.2,940 per gram on the 11th amid the strengthening US dollar and firmer equities market.
- Reduced domestic demand by local jewellers, retailers and industries amid the poor trend overseas led to gold rate in Dehradun remaining unchanged at Rs.2,940 per gram for the next couple of days.
- With the US dollar losing against a basket of emerging currencies after the release of new interest rates by the Federal Reserve, gold rates rebounded to Rs.2,960 per gram on the 14th.
- Demand, however, couldn’t keep up for long with the US dollar regaining lost ground. This resulted in the bullion prices plummeting to Rs.2,945 per gram on the 15th.
- Gold rate in Dehradun rose slightly to Rs.2,955 per gram on the 16th and continued to remain untouched at the same price for the remainder of the week.
December 2017 - Week 3 (18th to 24th)
- When trading commenced for the week, the yellow metal was priced at Rs.2,950 per gram on the 18th amid the strong US dollar index.
- Prices surged to Rs.2,960 per gram on the 19th with investors mulled over the final outcome of the country largest tax system overhaul on the US economic growth.
- The 20th saw gold rate in Dehradun remaining untouched at Rs.2,960 per gram before rising to Rs.2,965 per gram the next day amid the weakened US dollar.
- Prices plunged again to Rs.2,960 per gram on the 22nd before rebounding to Rs.2,985 per gram on the 23rd with the Asian stocks failing against the newly approved tax cuts.
- Trading concluded for the week with the bullion trading firm at Rs.2,985 per gram on the 24th amid steady domestic demand and positive overseas trends.
December 2017 - Week 4 (25th to 31st)
- Gold prices in Dehradun were recorded at Rs.2,975 per gram when the week began on the 25th.
- Rates surged to Rs.2,985 per gram the next day owing to an increase in global demand for the precious metal.
- The 27th saw gold rate in Dehradun rising to Rs.2,995 per gram with the bullion touching the $1,300 mark in the international market.
- The poor US dollar performance coupled with an increased domestic demand led to prices rising to Rs.3,015 per gram and Rs.3,020 per gram on the 28th and the 29th respectively.
- Steady domestic demand compounded by the positive trends overseas resulted in the precious metal prices holding steady at Rs.3,020 per gram until the end of the month.
- Dehradun recorded a profit of 0.13% in gold trade during the course of the month.
Trend of Gold Rate in Dehradun for November 2017 (rates per gram for 24 karat gold)
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold rate on 1st November 2017 | Rs.3,006 per gram |
| Gold rate on 30th November 2017 | Rs.3,026 per gram |
| Highest Rate in November | Rs.3,060 per gram from 18 to 20 November |
| Lowest Rate in November | Rs.3,006 per gram on 1 November |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 0.66% |
November 2017 - Week 1 (1st to 5th)
- Trading commenced in Dehradun with the bullion priced at Rs.3,006 per gram on the 1st.
- The 2nd saw gold rate in Dehradun surging to Rs.3,020 per gram owing to an increased demand from local jewellers, industries and retailers in the domestic trade.
- However, with the dollar strengthening over the next few days prices dropped to Rs.3,015 per gram on the 3rd which plunged further to Rs.3,010 per gram on the 4th amid the poor trend overseas.
- Despite the weak global cues, demand remained consistent for the rest of the week. This led to gold holding steady at Rs.3,010 per gram on the 5th.
November 2017 - Week 2 (6th to 12th)
- The second week began with the precious metal trading relative lower at Rs.3,005 per gram on the 6th after the US dollar began to dominate over other emerging currencies amid the firm equities.
- However, prices rebounded to Rs.3,025 per gram on the 7th after local demand surged amid the positive trend overseas.
- Demand for the metal remained relatively higher during the week owing to a volatile dollar nature and the weak equity markets.
- This led to gold being priced at Rs.3,035 per gram on the 8th and the 9th.
- With investors speculating on the Federal Reserve monetary policy meeting in December, gold rates surged to Rs.3,045 per gram on the 10th.
- An increase in orders from the Asian markets amid the positive global cues resulted in the precious metal being priced Rs.3,045 per gram for the remainder of the week.
November 2017 - Week 3 (13th to 19th)
- When trading commenced for the third week, the yellow metal was trading at Rs.3,035 per gram on the 13th with a marginal decline in global demand for the metal.
- The next day saw gold price in Dehradun surging to Rs.3,045 per after the bullion’s safe-haven appeal was restored amid the rising political uncertainty in the Middle East.
- With investors and stockists gravitating towards the commodity markets, demand for the metal surged. This led to gold price in Dehradun rising to Rs.3,050 per gram on the 15th.
- However, with the dollar and equities market recovering from the downfall, gold rates dropped to Rs.3,040 per gram on the 16th.
- Though prices plunged further to Rs.3,030 per gram on the 17th amid poor domestic demand for the metal, the 18th witnessed bullion rates surging to Rs.3,060 per gram on the 18th with diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran deteriorating.
- Strong global trends coupled with increased demand for the precious metal resulted in gold holding steady at Rs.3,060 per gram on the 19th.
November 2017 - Week 4 (20th to 26th)
- Thanks to the steady demand from the previous week, gold rates remained unchanged at Rs.3,060 per gram on the 20th when the week commenced.
- However, with the US economy recovering amid a strong dollar index and firmer equities market, prices plummeted to Rs.3,035 per gram on the 21st which dropped further to Rs.3,026 per gram the following day.
- The bullion trade on the 23rd witnessed prices surging to Rs.3,046 per gram after local industries and industries increased purchases to meet domestic demand.
- Rates remained unchanged at Rs.3,046 per gram on the 24th before plunging to Rs.3,036 per gram on the 25th after the dollar emerged dominant against a basket of other major currencies.
- The yellow metal was recorded trading at Rs.3,036 per gram on the 26th when the week concluded amid the strong US dollar and well performing equities.
November 2017 - Week 5 (27th to 30th)
- When trading began on the 27th, gold was priced at Rs.3,045 per gram after local demand surged in the domestic trade.
- The 28th witnessed bullion rates plunging to Rs.3,040 per gram after the US dollar surged amid the possibility of an interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve in the monetary policy meeting to be held in the following weeks.
- Though prices remained untouched at Rs.3,040 per gram on the 29th, gold rates dropped to Rs.3,026 per gram on the 30th as the dollar strengthened further with equities performing well amid the new US tax reform plan in the US Senate.
- The month concluded with Dehradun registering an incline of 0.66% in gold trade during the course of the month amid the positive trends overseas coupled with improved global demand for the metal.
| Parameters | Gold Price (per gram for 24K gold) |
| Gold Rate on 1st October 2017 | Rs.3,063 per gram |
| Gold Rate on 31st October 2017 | Rs.3,026 per gram |
| Highest Rate in October 2017 | Rs.3,072 per gram from 12 to 16 October |
| Lowest Rate in October 2017 | Rs.3,026 per gram on 27, 30 and 31 October |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Decline |
| Percentage Change | -1.20% |
October 2017 - Week 1 (1st to 8th)
- The week commenced with the yellow metal priced at Rs.3,063 per gram. Thanks to steady buying from local jewellers, industries and retailers, prices remained unchanged the next day too.
- However, with the US dollar regaining its lost ground amid the possibility of an interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve, gold price in Dehradun declined significantly over the next few days. The precious metal was priced at Rs.3,043 per gram on the 3rd.
- Strong dollar rates coupled with firmer equity markets pushed gold price in Dehradun down to Rs.3,033 per gram on the 5th.
- Poor demand despite positive global trends led to gold rate in Dehradun plunging to Rs.3,028 per gram on the 6th.
- The week ended with gold being priced at Rs.3,046 per gram on the 8th on account of the government's decision to mandate the KYC norms that pushed demand higher for the metal.
October 2017 - Week 2 (9th to 15th)
- The second week saw gold rate in Dehradun being greatly influenced by the firm trend overseas, and also with the arrival of the festive season.
- When trading commenced for the week, the yellow metal was recorded trading at Rs.3,057 per gram on the 9th.
- The government’s decision to make KYC norms mandatory seemed to boost buyer sentiments. This led to the precious metal prices rising to Rs.3,072 per gram on the 12th.
- Thanks to the largely positive global cues and increased demand from local jewellers and retailers, the gold price in Dehradun surged to Rs.3,072 per gram - the highest recorded monthly figure - on the 12th.
- Steady local demand during the festive season resulted in prices remaining unchanged at Rs.3,072 per gram for the remainder of the week.
October 2017 - Week 3 (16th to 22nd)
- The third week saw gold prices in Dehradun decline significantly due to poor global trends and the festive effect wearing off during the week.
- When the week commenced, the precious metal was recorded trading high at Rs.3,072 per gram on the 16th.
- A strong dollar index and poor trends overseas led to gold rate in Dehradun declining to Rs.3,067 per gram and Rs.3,056 per gram on the 17th and 18th respectively.
- Gold trade remained weak despite the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras and the bullion metal was priced at Rs.3,057 per gram on the 19th.
- Despite the arrival of Diwali, poor domestic demand led to prices remaining at Rs.3,057 per gram on the 20th.
- The last two days of the week witnessed gold rate in Dehradun decline further to Rs.3,047 per gram despite the nuclear prowess of North Korea affecting the US economy.
October 2017 - Week 4 & Week 5 (23rd to 31st)
- The final began with the precious metal trading relatively lower at Rs.3,041 per gram on the 23rd. This was due to the well-performing dollar emerging dominant over other apex currencies.
- Though rates rose slightly to Rs.3,046 per gram on the 24th, the next few days saw prices plummeting with the dollar rising amid the possibility of the Fed rate hike in December. This led to the yellow metal prices dropping to Rs.3,031 per gram on the 26th.
- Poor domestic demand amid strong equities market led to gold price in Dehradun plunging to Rs.3,026 per gram on the 27th.
- The next couple of days saw rates recovering to Rs.3,036 per gram after a firm trend overseas led to an increase in local demand.
- However, prices plummeted again as markets remained cautious ahead of policy meetings by three central banks. This led to gold being priced at Rs.3,026 per gram on the 30th and 31st.
- Dehradun witnessed gold rates declining at 1.20% during the month owing to poor global cues compounded with reduced local demand.
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold rate on 1st September | Rs.3,024 per gram |
| Gold rate on 30th September | Rs.3,063 per gram |
| Highest Rate in September | Rs.3,130 per gram on 8 September |
| Lowest Rate in September | Rs.3,024 per gram on 1 September |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 1.27% |
September 2017 - Week 1 (1st-10th)
- Gold opened on a low during the first week due to reduced demand from investors and retail jewellers.
- The week began with the yellow metal trading at Rs.3,024 per gram on the 1st.
- Gold rates rose to Rs.3,029 per gram on the 2nd and remained unchanged the next day, thanks to steady demand for the metal.
- News about North Korean nuclear tests broke out and global markets tanked. This pushed up safe-haven investments and gold rates in Dehradun surged to Rs.3,105 per gram on the 4th,
- The 5th witnessed an incline in purchases by investors and retailers, which subsequently resulted in gold rates rising to Rs.3,115 per gram on the 5th.
- Prices remained untouched the next day as domestic demand for the metal remained steady.
- Demand for the metal dropped marginally on the 7th, and gold was trading at Rs.3,100 per gram.
- The successful North Korean tests on a more powerful nuclear weapon sent gold markets crashing. This resulted in gold rates surging to Rs.3,130 per gram on the 8th. This was also the highest monthly figure in Dehradun.
- The rest of the week saw the yellow metal trading at Rs.3,125 per gram, thanks to steady global demand for the metal.
September 2017 - Week 2 (11th-17th)
- The US economy strengthened over the weekend and prices dropped to Rs.3,105 per gram on the 11th, when the week began.
- Demand for the precious metal dropped in the local trade and gold rates slid to Rs.3,085 per gram on the 12th.
- The US economy, however, collapsed aftermath of Hurricane Irma in the US coast. This led to an increase in demand for the yellow metal in the Asian markets and gold was trading at Rs.3,094 per gram on the 13th.
- Gold rates in Dehradun fell to Rs.3,085 per gram the next day as demand for gold reduced.
- The rest of the week saw prices remain untouched as the overseas markets had little impact on the domestic gold trade, trading at Rs.3,085 per gram.
September 2017 - Week 3 (18th-24th)
- The yellow metal traded at a relatively low price of Rs.3,073 per gram on the 18th, compared to the previous day.
- Demand for gold fluctuated with the US dollar strengthening. This resulted in prices falling to Rs.3,056 per gram on the 19th.
- Safe-haven investments saw a rise with the US-North Korea conflicts worsening. This pushed gold prices up to Rs.3,078 per gram on the 20th.
- The 21st saw gold prices in Dehradun dropping to Rs.3,051 per gram as demand for the metal fell in the domestic market.
- However, the demand hiked with the festive season arriving and gold was trading at Rs.3,073 per gram on the 22nd.
- The US dollar recovery resulted in gold rates falling to trade at Rs.3,058 per gram on the 23rd and the 24th.
September 2017 - Week 4 (25th-30th)
- Gold opened at Rs.3,051 per gram on the 25th, when the week began.
- The promising festive season sales pushed demand up, and gold was trading at Rs.3,110 per gram on the 26th.
- News about a possible Fed rate hike broke out and the US dollar strengthened. This led to gold rates falling to Rs.3,085 per gram on the 27th.
- The steady dollar value led to gold prices in Dehradun dropping to Rs.3,067 per gram and Rs.3,057 per gram on the 28th and the 29th respectively.
- The week ended with gold trading at Rs.3,063 per gram on the 30th, thanks to a slight increase in local demand.
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| Gold Rate on 1st August | Rs.2,960 per gram |
| Gold Rate on 31st August | Rs.2,999 per gram |
| Highest Rate in August | Rs.3,017 per gram on 28 August |
| Lowest Rate in August | Rs.2,930 per gram 3 August and then from 5 to 7 August |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 1.31% |
August 2017 - Week 1 (1st - 6th)
- Gold trading in Dehradun remained subdued during this week as investors remained cautious in the wake of several central bank meetings.
- On the 1st, gold prices were recorded at Rs.2,960 per gram.
- Prices fell consistently and reached Rs.2,955 per gram on the 2nd before hitting the month’s lowest figure of Rs.2,930 per gram on the 3rd.
- There was a slight incline in prices on the 4th, which led to the metal trading at Rs.2,940 per gram as jewellers ramped up their purchases to meet retail demand.
- Rates went down to Rs.2,930 per gram on the 5th and remained the same on the 6th as investors awaited any possible policy changes from the Federal Reserve and the ECB.
August 2017 - Week 2 (7th - 13th)
- When this week started, gold prices were still holding at Rs.2,930 per gram and improved slightly to trade at Rs.2,934 per gram on the 8th.
- The 9th also saw prices increase - this time by Rs.5 - for the metal to trade at Rs.2,939 per gram.
- With the North Korea - US conflict intensifying, gold prices rocketed to Rs.2,974 per gram on the 10th. The surge in prices were due to markets crashing and the subsequent increase in safe-haven investments.
- On the 11th, gold rates in Dehradun ascended to Rs.2,999 per gram as local trading responded to positive global cues.
- Demand remained steady for the remaining two days of the week, which led to gold rates remaining at Rs.2,999 per gram on the 12th and the 13th.
August 2017 - Week 3 (14th - 20th)
- The yellow metal’s prices largely fell this week owing to the US dollar rallying against other currencies.
- When the week began on the 14th, the metal was trading at Rs.2,994 per gram.
- Rates remained at Rs.2,994 per gram on the 15th but fell to Rs.2,979 per gram on the 16th as a strengthening dollar pushed gold demand down.
- On the 17th, prices surged back to Rs.2,994 per gram due to increased purchases from investors and jewellers.
- During the 19th and the 20th, gold rates were holding at Rs.2,982 per gram as demand seemed to decrease.
August 2017 - Week 4 (21st - 27th)
- The fourth week of August saw demand for gold remain steady as tensions between the US and North Korea rose.
- When trade exchanges opened for the 21st, gold was trading at Rs.2,992 per gram.
- Due to demand remaining steady amid geopolitical concerns, rates remained at Rs.2,992 per gram till the 27th of the month.
- The 28th recorded gold prices at Rs.3,017 per gram - the highest gold rate per month - as demand surged.
- A decline in demand, however, pushed gold prices for the remainder of the week.
- Prices went down to Rs.3,009 per gram on the 29th, and then to Rs.3,004 per gram on the 30th, before closing at Rs.2,999 per gram on the last day of the month.
- Gold price trends in Dehradun rose by 1.31% for the month, owing to increased demand from jewellers and investors.
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| July 1st Rate | Rs.2,992 per gram |
| July 31st Rate | Rs.2,950 per gram |
| Highest Rate in July | Rs.2,992 per gram on 1 & 2 July |
| Lowest Rate in July | Rs.2,843 per gram on 12 & 13 July |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Decline |
| Percentage Change | -1.40% |
July ‘17- Week 1 (1st to 9th)
- Gold opened the week trading at Rs.2,992 per gram on 1 July as international demand was high.
- Regional demand was poor as jewellers reduced orders after the imposition of GST, resulting in gold prices falling to Rs.2,942 per gram form 4-6 July.
- U.S. markets sae a revival in fortunes as investor sentiment was high during the week, with the dollar rate also improving in spite of poor trading in the currency.
- Gold price in Dehradun were on the decline for the rest of the week, with gold falling to Rs.2,902 per gram on 8 & 9 July due to sluggish local demand.
July ‘17- Week 2 (10th to 16th)
- Consistently poor demand and market forces led to gold price in Dehradun falling in the second week, with gold priced at Rs.2,902 per gram on 10 July.
- Demand from overseas industrial units was poor as the U.S. dollar was stable, making imports more expensive.
- Gold fell to a monthly low of Rs.2,843 per gram on 12 & 13 July as markets surged following the release of positive U.S. jobs data as well as the recently concluded G20 summit.
- Gold price in Dehradun rose marginally as market volatility led to an increase in demand for the precious metal, with gold trading at Rs.2,863 per gram on 14 July.
- There was no change in the price of gold for the remainder of the week as demand was stable.
July ‘17- Week 3 (17th to 23th)
- Gold prices in Dehradun rose as demand picked up following a sluggish two weeks, with gold opening the week at Rs.2,863 per gram on 17 July.
- As the U.S. dollar rate plunged on news of the repeal of Obamacare in the U.S., demand from overseas increased and gold jumped to Rs.2,883 per gram on 18 & 19 July.
- Prices continued to rise as local demand also rose in line with global trends, pushing up the price of the yellow metal to Rs.2,908 per gram on 21 July.
- A significant price jump was recorded on 22 July as gold traded at Rs.2,944 per gram due to Asian demand coupled with increasing interest from investors as a result of volatile markets.
- Steady demand from both local and overseas consumers led to gold trading at Rs.2,944 per gram on 23 July.
July ‘17- Week 4 (24th to 31st)
- Prices stabilised in the fourth week of July as industrial demand reached saturation point and local demand was also dropping.
- Gold traded at Rs.2,944 per gram on 24 July before falling to Rs.2,929 per gram on 26 July as stable local markets led to a drop in investor interest in bullion.
- A surge in demand from Asian consumers led to prices rising to Rs.2,950 per gram on 27 July, with the volatile U.S. dollar rate also a factor in the rise in demand.
- Prices continued to fluctuate for the rest of the week, with gold priced at Rs.2,945 per gram on 28 July before rising to Rs.2,955 per gram on 29 July.
- The month drew to a close with gold priced at Rs.2,950 per gram on 31 July and recording a 1.40% drop in the value of gold.
| Parameters | Gold price (24 karat) |
| June 1 Rate | Rs.3,012 per gram |
| June 30 Rate | Rs.2,992 per gram |
| Highest Rate in June | Rs.3,057 per gram on 7 June |
| Lowest Rate in June | Rs.2,972 per gram on 27 June |
| Overall Monthly Performance | Decline |
| Percentage Change | -0.66% |
June ‘17- Week 1 (1st to 4th)
- Demand for gold was boosted by an increase in local demand, as the metal opened the month at Rs.3,012 per gram on 1 June.
- While the U.S. dollar was relatively stable, international demand was high as markets were volatile across Europe and America.
- Prices rose to Rs.3,022 per gram on 3 June as geopolitical tensions in the United States led to the dollar rate falling marginally.
- The week ended with gold continuing to trade at Rs.3,022 per gram on 4 June.
June ‘17- Week 2 (5th to 11th)
- There was an increase in the price of gold in the second week as volatile markets and higher demand kept interest in the yellow metal high.
- Gold traded at Rs.3,037 per gram on 5 June as investor confidence in the markets slipped and safe-haven assets like gold were sought after.
- Prices rose to Rs.3,057 per gram on 7 June amidst a sharp fall in the dollar rate ahead of the release of jobs data.
- The markets reacted strongly to better than expected jobs data as unemployment fell across the U.S., prompting a surge in markets and a reduction in demand for bullion.
- Gold prices dipped to Rs.3,017 per gram on 9 June before falling further to Rs.3,007 per gram on 10 June.
June ‘17- Week 3 (12th to 18th)
- Gold prices were more or less stagnant at the start of the third week as the precious metal fell out of favour due to bullish markets.
- The yellow metal traded at Rs.3,007 per gram on 12 June, with the price remaining unchanged till 15 June due to poor demand from industrial units.
- Local demand was also muted due to high prices, as retail demand all but ground to a halt.
- Prices fell to Rs.2,992 per gram on 16 June as demand from Asian markets dropped ahead of an announcement of a possible rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
- As industrial demand was sluggish, prices dipped to Rs.2,982 per gram as the week ended on 18 June.
June ‘17- Week 4 (19th to 25th)
- The week began with gold priced at Rs.2,982 per gram on 19 June as local demand continued to be low.
- While the U.S. dollar rate was unstable, demand from overseas industrial units as well as retail was still poor.
- U.S. markets were also beginning to fall as the possibility of a rate hike seemed unfounded, though there was no change in the price of gold.
- Demand rose marginally as gold traded at Rs.2,987 per gram on 23 June as local demand increased ahead of the launch of the new tax regime.
- Demand rose towards the end of the week, with gold prices rising to Rs.2,992 per gram on 24 & 25 June.
June ‘17- Week 5 (26th to 30th)
- Prices were volatile in the last week of June as conflicting cues led to gold prices fluctuating.
- Gold traded at Rs.3,002 per gram on 26 June, with the prices rising in the wake of increased demand from both local and overseas markets.
- The opening of new investigations into possible collusion between the Trump campaign and the Russians destabilised the markets.
- Demand fell to Rs.2,972 per gram on 27 June but recovered to trade at Rs.2,992 per gram on 28 June.
- There was no change in the price of gold as the month ended, with gold trading at Rs.2,992 per gram on 30 June and losing 0.66% of its value.
| May 1st  Rate | Rs.3,011 per gram |
| May 31st  Rate | Rs.2,992 per gram |
| Highest Rate in May | Rs.3,011 per gram on the 1st and 2nd of May |
| Lowest Rate in May | Rs.2,918 per gram from the 11th to the 15th of May |
| Overall Performance | Decline |
| Percentage Change | -0.63% |
May ’17 – Week 1 (1st – 7th)
- Gold traded at Rs.3,011 per gram on the first day of the month of May in Dehradun. Due to steady demand, this price was noted on the 2nd of May as well. This rate was the highest at which this metal was priced at for the month of May in Dehradun.
- However, the rate of gold was near a three-week low following diminishing demand for sale-haven bullion as Asian equities rallied. At the same time, the U.S. dollar gained as compared to the yen resulting in a drop in the price of gold.
- Gold was priced at Rs.2,982 per gram on the 3rd of May before falling to trade at Rs.2,952 per gram from the 4th of May until the end of the first week of May in Dehradun.
May ’17 – Week 2 (8th – 14th)
- Due to a fall in demand, the price of gold continued to fall as well with this metal trading at Rs.2,942 per gram on the first two days of the second week of May.
- As the week progressed, the price of this metal continued to fall due to numerous geopolitical factors as well as decline in demand.
- Gold traded at Rs.2,928 per gram on the 10th of May. The euro strengthened after Emmanuel Macron, won the French presidential election.
- However, as the demand for this precious metal declined, the price of gold declined as well, with this metal trading at Rs.2,918 per gram from the 11th of May until the end of the week. This was also the lowest at which this metal was priced at.
May ’17- Week 3 (15th – 21st)
- The price of this metal was Rs.2,918 per gram on the 15th of May, which was a continuation of the price noted during the previous week.
- There was a slight recovery noted in the price of gold as slightly weaker dollar increased the demand for gold.
- Gold was priced at Rs.2,923 per gram on the 16th of May before increasing to Rs.2,939 per gram on the 17th of May.
- As the demand for gold rose, the rate increased as well with this metal trading at Rs.2,991 per gram on the 18th of the month in Dehradun.
- However, with a sudden increase in the value of the U.S. dollar, the price of gold took a hit and reduced marginally.
- Gold traded at Rs.2,977 per gram from the 19th of May until the end of the third week.
May ’17 – Week 4 (22nd – 28th)
- Gold continued to trade at Rs.2,977 per gram until the 25th of May due to low but sustained demand.
- As Asian stocks gained, the price of gold fell slightly. In addition to this, the Manchester blast did not have a significant impact on the rate of this metal.
- The rate of gold increased on the 26th of May to trade at Rs.2,992 per gram.
- The U.S. Federal Reserve’s meeting hint at a chance of an interest rate hike which resulted in gold trading quite steadily.
- On the last two days of the week, gold traded at Rs.2,992 per gram due to steady demand.
May ’17 – Week 5 (29th – 31st)
- As a result of stable demand for this metal from all quarters, gold continued to trade at Rs.2,992 per gram.
- Gold traded at Rs.2,992 per gram from the 29th of May to 31st of May in Dehradun, recording a decline of 0.63%.
| April 1st  Rate | Rs.2,991 per gram |
| April 30th  Rate | Rs.3,011 per gram |
| Highest Rate in April | Rs.3,068 per gram on 15th and 16th of April |
| Lowest Rate in April | Rs.2,983 per gram from the 8th to the 10th of April |
| Overall Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 0.66% |
April ‘17 - Week 1 (1st to 9th)
- On the 1st of the month, gold was priced at Rs.2,991 per gram in Dehradun. As a result of sluggish economic data from the U.S. along with the U.S. Federal Reserve’s dovish tone with regards to rate of interest, this rate was noted on the 2nd and 3rd of April as well.
- Due to positive market cues along with a marginal rise in the demand for this precious metal, the rate of gold increased to trade at Rs.3,003 per gram on the 5th of April.
- Due to stable demand for this metal, the rate of gold continued to be Rs.3,003 per gram until the 7th of April.
- However, a marginal decline in gold rate resulted in this precious metal trading at a lower rate of Rs.2,983 per gram on the 8th of the month.
- This rate was noted on the last day of the first week of April in Dehradun as well.
April ‘17 - Week 2 (10th to 16th)
- Due to changes in the demand for this metal, there were a number of fluctuations noted in the rate of this precious metal.
- Gold continued to trade at Rs.2,983 per gram on the first day of the week. This was also the lowest at which gold traded for the month of April in Dehradun.
- However, due to numerous geopolitical issues, the safe-haven demand for gold increased resulting in a slight increase in the price of gold.
- On the 11th of April, gold was priced at Rs.2,998 per gram before shooting up to trade at Rs.3,036 per gram on the 12th of March. This was due to positive market cues.
- A marginal drop was noted in the rate of gold on the 13th of April but increased again on the 14th of April to trade at Rs.3,047 per gram.
- However, as the demand for this precious metal increased, the rate of gold rose as well. Gold was priced at Rs.3,068 per gram on the 15th and 16th of April. This was also the highest at which gold traded at, for the month of April.
April ’17- Week 3 (17th to 23rd)
- On the 17th of April in Dehradun, gold traded at Rs.3,057 per gram. This was due to a reduction in the demand for this metal.
- Although the demand for this metal reduced, it was steady resulting in this precious metal trading at Rs.3,057 per gram continuously until the 21st of April, in Dehradun.
- Due to positive market cues, the demand for this metal increased marginally thereafter.
- Gold traded at Rs.3,062 per gram on the 22nd and 23rd of April in Dehradun.
- Towards the end of the third week of April, an increase was noted in the value of the rupee, making it advantageous for individuals to purchase more gold.
April ’17- Weeks 4 (24th to 30th)
- On the 24th of April, gold was priced at Rs.3,041 per gram which was lower than the rate of gold noted during the previous week. This rate was observed the next day as well.
- However, this price could not be sustained due to low demand. Geopolitical factors contributed to a reduction in the rate of gold as well.
- Gold traded at Rs.3,011 per gram from the 26th of April until the 30th of April. An incline of 0.66% was noted in the price of gold as the month of April came to an end.
| March 1st  Rate | Rs.3,009 per gram |
| March 31st  Rate | Rs.2,991 per gram |
| Highest Rate in March | Rs.3,009 per gram on 1st and 2nd March |
| Lowest Rate in March | Rs.2,950 per gram on 15th of March |
| Overall Performance | Declin |
| Percentage Change | -0.59% |
March 2017 - Week 1 (1st - 5th):
- When March began in Dehradun, gold was priced at Rs.3,009 per gram, which didn’t change the next day on the 2nd.
- The rates, as seen on 1st and 2nd, also happened to be the highest gold rates for the month - meaning gold rates went down over the next few weeks.
- On 3rd, prices went down by Rs.19 to hit Rs.2,990 per gram.
- Over the next two days gold rate in Dehradun remained at Rs.2,990 per gram as there was no uptick in demand.
March 2017 - Week 2 (6th - 12th):
- Gold was still priced at Rs.2,990 per gram, when week 2 began on 6th.
- However, gold rate in Dehradun saw one of its sharpest decline for the month as global demand took a tumble, bringing prices down to Rs.2,970 per gram on 7th.
- The decline, though, was short lived as rates bounced back to increase by Rs.23 to close at Rs.2,993 per gram on 8th.
- This week witnessed considerable fluctuations which was evident from another slump in gold prices on 9th.
- Rates went from Rs.2,993 per gram to Rs.2,977 per gram - a decrease of Rs.16 - as market volatility was at its best.
- Unlike the previous instance, there was no bouncing back this time as a lack of demand brought bullion prices further down to Rs.2,965 per gram.
- The last two days of March week 2, however, showed some respite as rates picked up slightly to end the week at Rs.2,971 per gram.
March 2017 - Week 3 (13th - 19th):
- The third week of March was a rather topsy-turvy period for gold rates.
- On 13th, gold was selling at Rs.2,971 per gram but dropped down by Rs.2,951 per gram on the 14th.
- When trading began on 15th, prices went down marginally to Rs.2,950 per gram but went back up, thanks to a rise in demand to Rs.2,960 per gram on 16th.
- Rates again went up on the 17th to hit Rs.2,970 per gram as prices seemed to go back to where they started.
- Over the last two days of March week 3, gold was trading at Rs.2,971 per gram - marking a change of 0% for the week.
March 2017 - Week 4 (20th - 26th):
- The last two weeks of March 2017 were again a bit of a tumultuous period for gold rates.
- This was the period when several altercations in Syria brought about strong responses from the US, which helped the markets go up.
- On 20th, gold was priced at Rs.2,976 per gram, which continued on the 21st as well.
- The 22nd saw gold prices gain the highest - an increase of Rs.27 - to end the day at Rs.3,003 per gram.
- Although, gold prices remained unchanged on 23rd, they went down to Rs.2,993 per gram on the 24th and didn’t change till the 26th.
March 2017 - Week 5 (27th - 31st):
- On 27th, rates again went back to Rs.3,003 per gram - only to continue at the same rate till the penultimate day of the month.
- The last day of March 2017 saw gold prices fall by Rs.12 to end the month at Rs.2,991 per gram.
- In Dehradun, gold prices declined slightly by just 0.59% for the month of March.
| February 1st  Rate | Rs.2,978 per gram |
| February 28th Rate | Rs.3,020 per gram |
| Highest Rate in February | Rs.3,031 per gram from 25th to 27th February |
| Lowest Rate in February | Rs.2,957 per gram on 4th to 7th February |
| Overall Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | 1.41% |
February 2017 - Week 1 (1st - 4th):
- In Dehradun, when trading started for February, gold was selling at Rs.2,978 per gram.
- But due to a lack of demand, gold rates in Dehradun largely remained unchanged for most of the first week.
- The first three days of the week were rather slow but the last and the final day came as a surprise as rates went down quite a bit.
- On 3rd, gold was still trading at Rs.2,978 per gram but fell significantly by Rs.21 to go down to Rs.2,957 per gram.
February 2017 - Week 2 (5th-11th):
- On 2nd, when the second week of February began, the yellow metal was still trading at Rs.2,957 per gram - the same price as the previous week - and remained the same on 6th.
- Rates from 4th to 7th - i.e, Rs.2,957 per gram, was the lowest price of gold for the month.
- As industrial demand increased, while dollar value went down, gold prices went up by Rs.42 per gram to reach Rs.2,999 per gram on 7th.
- The rise in demand saw no end as it once again spurred an increase on 8th - this time to reach Rs.3,009 per gram.
- After the sudden rallying of prices, the 9th and 10th saw gold rates in Dehradun holding out at Rs.3,009 per gram.
- With the US dollar strengthening over the last couple days of Week 2, gold prices fell to Rs.2,983 per gram - a decrease of Rs.26.
February 2017 - Week 3 (12th-18th):
- Gold was priced at Rs.2,983 per gram, when week 3 began, but dropped down to Rs.2,973 per gram on 14th.
- Rates remained the same on 15th but went up by Rs.16 to reach Rs.2,989 per gram on the 16th.
- Gold prices in Dehradun, likewise, increased on the 17th - this time by Rs.10 as bullion trading rallied against the dollar.
- When week 3 ended, gold was seen trading at Rs.2,999 per gram.
February 2017 - Week 4 & 5 (19th-28th):
- Over the last 10-odd days of February, gold rates saw very little fluctuations.
- Gold was trading at Rs.2,999 per gram on 19th and remained more or less the same till the 24th.
- Due to an increase in demand in the industrial niches in Dehradun, gold prices went up to Rs.3,031 per gram on 25th - a massive increase of Rs.32.
- The rate as seen from 25th to the 28th was the highest price of gold for the month of February.
- February in Dehradun saw gold price trends go up by 1.41%.
| January 1st  Rate | Rs.2,844 per gram |
| January 31st  Rate | Rs.2,958 per gram |
| Highest Rate in January | Rs.2,979 per gram on 23rd & 24th January |
| Lowest Rate in January | Rs.2,844 per gram from 1st-3rd January |
| Overall Performance | Incline |
| Percentage Change | +4.00% |
January ‘17 - Week 1 (1st to 7th)
- The price of gold was stable at Rs.2,844 per gram from 1st-3rd January, as industrial demand kept prices high.
- Prices rose during the week as retail demand increased, with gold trading at Rs.2,855 per gram on 4th January, as the U.S. Dollar fell against global currencies.
- Market fluctuations led to a higher demand for gold, as investors rushed to the safe haven asset, driving prices higher.
- Higher demand from Asian markets led to gold prices rising to Rs.2,866 per gram on 5th January, with the price remaining constant for the rest of the week.
January ‘17 - Week 2 (8th to 14th)
- Gold traded at Rs.2,866 per gram on 8th January as demand was steady, which kept prices stable.
- Prices rose to Rs.2,888 per gram on 10th January as markets began to fluctuate, which led investors to purchase gold as a way to offset the risk.
- An increase in industrial demand due to a declining U.S. Dollar led to gold reaching Rs.2,925 per gram on 12th January, as domestic demand also saw a rise due to higher orders from jewellers.
- Gold prices dipped before rising to Rs.2,941 per gram on 14th January for a weekly increase of Rs.75 per gram.
January 2017- Week 3 (15th to 21st)
- Prices rose and were steady as demand for gold increased due to the instability of the stock market ahead of the transfer of power in the United States.
- Gold traded at Rs.2,941 per gram on 15th January and rose to Rs.2,952 per gram on 16th January as gold capitalised on higher demand and low dollar rates.
- The continued demand from the industrial sector led to prices rising to Rs.2,973 per gram on 18th January, but prices fell the following day to Rs.2,957 per gram due to a slight dip in demand.
- Prices fell further to Rs.2,952 per gram on 20th January before rising to Rs.2,963 per gram on 21st January as demand shot up due to a drop in the markets.
January 2017- Weeks 4 & 5 (22nd to 31st)
- Gold prices fluctuated in the last two weeks as demand ebbed and flowed due to market prices.
- Gold traded at Rs.2,963 per gram on 22nd January and rose on increased demand, trading at Rs.2,979 per gram on 23rd January.
- A decline in industrial demand led to prices falling to Rs.2,946 per gram on 26th January, as U.S. markets rose following Donald Trump taking office.
- Prices continued to be low for a few days before the sudden decision to ban entry to the United States by travellers from certain nations led to chaos at airports and a plunge in markets.
- Gold traded at Rs.2,967 per gram on 30th January and closed the month at Rs.2,958 per gram.
Gold Investment Avenues in Dehradun
When it comes to a safe investment option, Gold is considered to be one of the least riskiest of trading commodities in any market, whether regional or global. In Dehradun too the yellow metal is considered an investment option that is lower on risk factors, primarily based on the fact that it is highly affordable and culturally significant as mentioned before. It is also an integral part of their investment portfolio along with stock market and mutual fund investments. Investors have various options for gold trading through gold contracts and physical gold.
Buying Physical Gold: In keeping with the rest of the country, the people of Dehradun purchase gold mainly in the form of jewelry. Needless to say, there are a number of jewelry establishments spread in and around the city to meet this demand. Gold rates or prices are updated on a daily basis and can be obtained from those dealing in gold or online via many financial sites. India imports most of its gold requirements from abroad. Dehradun which doesn’t have any significant gold production also contributes to the country’s need to substantiate gold demand through imports. Even though gold is bought as jewelry, it is done for reasons beyond ornamentation. Such purchases form a part of many buyers’ investment portfolio.
Market Avenue: In this city you can purchase gold through the markets, with gold being traded in the National Multi Commodity Exchange, National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange and the Multi Commodity Exchange. This is apt for individuals willing to purchase gold in bulk, with the minimum trading limit being set at 1 kg in general. It's a viable option for people who are well aware of the gold market and all that affects it.
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