Gold and silver hit fresh lifetime highs on the MCX on Tuesday amid strong safe-haven demand and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Gold February futures traded above Rs 1.58 lakh after breaching $5,100 globally, while silver March futures rallied nearly 6%. International prices also stayed firm, supported by a softer dollar and robust investor demand. Analysts see continued volatility, with bullion expected to remain firm and buying on dips advised.
AU Small Finance Bank Q2 profit jumps 53% to Rs 858 crore
AU’s gross non-performing assets ratio fell 42 basis points (bps) to 1.99% at the end of September. This helped in 25% lower provision at Rs