Gold Rate Today 8 February 2026 saw a nice comeback after a rough week. Gold prices in India jumped sharply on Saturday and stayed steady today (Sunday), as buyers stepped in to grab the recent dip.
On the MCX, February 2026 gold futures shot up by ₹2,890 to close at ₹1,55,050 per 10 grams. This big rise helps after gold fell almost 12% from its peak of ₹1.78 lakh in late January. It looks like the correction is over, and people are buying again.
City-Wise Gold Rates Today (8 February 2026)
Retail prices for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold held steady from yesterday in most cities.
| City | 24K Gold (per 10g) | 22K Gold (per 10g) | 18K Gold (per 10g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | ₹1,57,310 | ₹1,44,200 | ₹1,23,500 |
| Delhi | ₹1,56,750 | ₹1,43,700 | ₹1,17,600 |
| Mumbai | ₹1,56,600 | ₹1,43,550 | ₹1,17,450 |
| Kolkata | ₹1,56,600 | ₹1,43,550 | ₹1,17,450 |
| Bengaluru | ₹1,56,600 | ₹1,43,550 | ₹1,17,450 |
| Hyderabad | ₹1,56,600 | ₹1,43,550 | ₹1,17,450 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹1,56,650 | ₹1,43,600 | ₹1,17,500 |
| Pune | ₹1,56,600 | ₹1,43,550 | ₹1,17,450 |
Why Gold Rate Today 8 February 2026 Rose
Experts say this V-shaped recovery happened because:
- The US Dollar got a bit weaker (down about 0.20%), making gold cheaper for buyers abroad.
- Global worries keep pushing people to safe assets like gold.
- After the big drop, prices held key support levels, sparking more buying.
Silver also calmed down today. It trades around ₹2,85,000 per kilogram in major cities.
If you’re thinking of buying gold, today’s stable Gold Rate Today 8 February 2026 feels like a good spot after the recent ups and downs. Keep watching global cues for the next move!
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Disclaimer: The gold and silver rates mentioned above are indicative and based on market trends available at the time of reporting. These prices do not include GST, TCS, or local making charges. Please consult your local jeweler for exact transaction prices.
Sources & References
- https://sundayguardianlive.com/business/gold-price-today-8-february-2026-mcx-gold-surges-2890-to-156-lakh10g-on-strong-comeback-check-city-wise-rates-24k-22k-18k-in-delhi-mumbai-chennai-kolkata-more-169123/amp
- https://www.goodreturns.in/news/gold-rates-silver-rates-today-live-february-8-silver-price-at-rs-2-85-lakh-24k-22k-18k-gold-prices-1487915.html
Yogesh Kolhe is a business and market news writer covering the share market, company earnings, and gold and silver price movements, with a strong focus on the automobile sector. A Mechanical Engineering graduate with 5 years of share market experience, he provides data-driven, reliable insights into market and industry trends.
