Gold and Silver Prices Show Mixed Trends Across India and UAE
Gold gains momentum with price hikes across all karats, while silver sees divergent movement in Indian and UAE markets
Gold prices witnessed a positive uptick on January 9, 2026, bringing relief to investors and buyers across India and the United Arab Emirates. The precious metal showed consistent gains across all purity levels, marking a notable recovery from previous trading sessions.
In India, 24-karat pure gold climbed to ₹13,747 per gram, registering an increase of ₹93. The popular 22-karat gold, commonly used in jewelry, rose to ₹12,602 per gram with a gain of ₹86. Meanwhile, 18-karat gold reached ₹10,310 per gram, up by ₹69.
The UAE market mirrored this upward trend, with 24-karat gold priced at AED 528 per gram, showing a rise of AED 5. Gold of 22-karat purity stood at AED 484 per gram, gaining AED 4.58, while 18-karat gold touched AED 396 per gram with an increase of AED 3.75.
Market analysts view this rebound as a positive signal, with solid gains recorded across all karat categories in both markets during the trading session.
Silver prices, however, presented a mixed picture. In India, silver slipped to ₹249 per gram on January 8, 2026, declining by ₹3. In contrast, the UAE market saw silver edge higher to AED 9.2 per gram, gaining AED 0.2.
Financial experts advise potential buyers and investors to monitor these daily fluctuations carefully before making purchase or investment decisions, as precious metal prices remain sensitive to global economic factors and market conditions.
Those interested in tracking precious metal movements are encouraged to follow regular market updates for informed decision-making.
