Commodity outlook π Last Update: 17 April 2026, 9.00 PM
by Riteshkumar Sahu (riteshkumar.sahu@kotak.com), Saait Sawant Dessai
Gold & Silver: Safe-Haven Support Holds Firm
Gold continues to trade strong near $4,800β4,870/oz, while silver remains elevated around $82/oz, both heading for another weekly gain. The rally is being supported by macro uncertainty, softer dollar, and easing rate expectations.
However, the momentum is not very aggressive.
- ETF inflows remain muted
- Central bank buying has slowed
- Equity markets hitting highs is diverting flows
π Interpretation:
Gold remains structurally strong, but fresh upside needs stronger institutional participation.
π Outlook:
Likely consolidation with upward bias, unless strong buying emerges.
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Crude Oil: Sharp Correction After Risk Premium Unwinds
Crude has corrected sharply:
- WTI: ~$84/bbl
- Brent: ~$88/bbl (both down ~11%)
The fall is driven by:
- Improving USβIran de-escalation hopes
- Temporary ceasefire signals in Middle East
- Unwinding of earlier geopolitical risk premium
But risks are far from over:
- Strait of Hormuz still constrained
- ~20% global oil supply impacted
- Any disruption can trigger sharp spike again
π Interpretation:
Short-term weakness, but strong floor remains due to supply risks
π Outlook:
Volatile range with event-driven spikes likely
Base Metals: Tight Supply Keeps Prices Elevated
- Copper: Near $13,250/ton (holding firm)
- Aluminium: Slight correction but still near highs
Key drivers:
- Supply concerns (Chile output down 8%)
- GCC region risk (10% global aluminium exposure)
- China demand returning
- US tariff uncertainty
π Interpretation:
Market remains in βtight supply + geopolitical riskβ mode
π Outlook:
Bullish undertone, but news-driven volatility continues
Natural Gas: Recovery Attempt but Weak Structure
- Price: ~$2.66/MMBtu
- Mild gains (~0.5%)
Support factors:
- Lower production (10-week low)
- Strong LNG demand
Pressure factors:
- Higher-than-expected storage build
- Mild weather outlook
π Interpretation:
Balanced setup with slight bearish bias
π Outlook:
Range-bound with limited upside unless demand spikes
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Agri & Other Commodities: Mixed Trend
| Commodity | Trend |
|---|---|
| Soybeans | Slightly weak |
| Wheat | Correcting |
| Coal | Stable |
| Steel | Flat |
π Interpretation:
No strong directional trend β demand-side concerns dominating
Latest Commodity Price Snapshot
| Commodity | Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 84.17 | -10.52 | -11.11% |
| Brent | 88.40 | -10.98 | -11.05% |
| Natural Gas | 2.66 | +0.01 | +0.48% |
| Gasoline | 2.93 | -0.23 | -7.39% |
| Heating Oil | 3.32 | -0.51 | -13.34% |
| Gold | 4870.61 | +82.09 | +1.71% |
| Silver | 82.25 | +3.85 | +4.91% |
| Copper | 6.08 | +0.02 | +0.32% |
| Soybeans | 1156.57 | -7.18 | -0.62% |
| Wheat | 586.32 | -12.18 | -2.04% |
| Coal | 133.55 | -0.20 | -0.15% |
| Steel | 3103.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
Final Market Insight
π Gold is stable but needs fresh triggers for breakout
π Crude has corrected but risk premium can return anytime
π Metals remain supported by supply concerns
π Gas and agri commodities show range-bound behavior
Conclusion:
This is a macro-driven market, where geopolitical developments will dictate the next big move across commodities.
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