Silver and gold prices on Monday surged to lifetime highs in the domestic futures market, following a strong rally in international markets. Investors were encouraged by expectations of US Federal Reserve rate cuts and a weaker dollar, which boosted demand for precious metals. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for October delivery jumped Rs 1,204, or 1.06%, to a lifetime high of Rs 1,14,992 per 10 grams. The December contract rose Rs 1,034, or 0.9%, to Rs 1,15,925 per 10 grams. Last week, gold had gained Rs 4,188, or 3.77%, to close at Rs 1,14,891 per 10 grams, PTI reported. "Gold prices have been shining for quite some time, and the past week saw gold prices touching new highs in the domestic as well as international markets," said Prathamesh Mallya, DVP-Research,

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