Silver gains ₹17,000 to trade at ₹2.62 lakh per kg:Gold becomes costlier by ₹3,515; priced at ₹1.56 lakh per 10 grams

Gold and silver prices moved higher on February 9. Data from the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) shows that 24-carat gold rose by ₹3,515 to ₹1,55,593 per 10 grams, compared with ₹1,52,078 earlier. Silver also saw a sharp jump, climbing ₹16,826 to ₹2,61,755 per kg, up from ₹2,44,929 previously. In the bullion market, gold had earlier touched a peak of ₹1,76,121, while silver hit a high of ₹3,85,933 on January 29. People are shopping at low prices Gold and silver prices saw a sharp fall in the last three trading sessions. During this period, gold had become cheaper by about 15%. Now, as soon as prices stabilised, investors started buying at lower levels. However, experts say that one should avoid investing a lump sum in gold and silver right now. Instead, investing gradually will be more beneficial. Gold became 75% and silver 167% more expensive in 2025 Keep these 2 points in mind when buying gold 1. Buy only certified gold: Always buy certified gold with a Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) hallmark. This number can be alphanumeric, for example, AZ4524. Hallmarking indicates the caratage of the gold. 2. Cross-check the price: Cross-check the correct weight of gold and its price on the day of purchase from several sources (such as the India Bullion and Jewelers Association website). The price of gold varies according to 24 carat, 22 carat, and 18 carat.