Gold Prices Today: Gold Futures Trades Lower, Finds Supports At ₹ 48,100Gold, Silver Price Today, 21 December 2021: On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures due for a February 4 delivery, were last seen trading lower by 0.29 per cent - at ₹ 48,098Gold futures traded lower on Tuesday, December 21, as the yellow metal mirrored trends in global markets. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures due for a February 4 delivery, were last seen trading lower by ₹ 142 or 0.29 per cent - at ₹ 48,098, compared to their previous close of ₹ 48,240. Silver futures due for a March 4 delivery were last up 0.07 per cent at ₹ 61,460 against a previous close of ₹ 61,417.Domestic spot gold opened at ₹ 48,192 per 10 grams on Tuesday, and silver at ₹ 60,939 per kilogram - both rates excluding GST, according to Mumbai-based industry body India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA). In forex markets, the rupee appreciated 17 paise to 75.73 against the US dollar in the opening session today, tracking heavy buying in domestic equities and a weak American currency in the overseas market. However, surging crude prices restricted the rupee\'s gain, according to traders.At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened strong at 75.74 and inched up to quote 75.73 against the American dollar in early deals, registering a rise of 17 paise from the last close.\'\'COMEX gold trades marginally lower near $1791/oz after a 0.6 per cent decline yesterday. Gold trades marginally lower amid stability in equity markets and rise in bond yields from recent lows. ETF flows also show weaker investor interest.However, supporting price is rising virus concerns, setback in US spending bill negotiations, concerns about Chinese economy and geopolitical issues. Gold may remain choppy reflecting larger financial markets however Fed\'s tightening expectations may continue to weigh.\'\'Source - NDTV