Gold and silver prices opened lower due to profit booking and market volatility, even as expectations of December Fed rate cuts and a weaker dollar provided support. Gold February futures on MCX fell 0.41% to ₹1,27,248 per 10 grams, while silver March futures dropped 0.36% to ₹1,64,349 per kg.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.