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Gold prices fall Rs 2,200/10 gms; silver tanks Rs 3,300/kg as rate hike fears outweigh falling oil prices. Key levels to watch

On Wednesday, gold prices fell by Rs 2,200 per 10 grams, while silver decreased by Rs 3,300 per kilogram on the MCX. This decline was primarily driven by a stronger U.S. dollar and increasing expectations of rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, overshadowing the positive impact of falling oil prices and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for grasping market trends and economic indicators relevant for competitive exams.