Silver drops Rs 4,000, gold slips Rs 1,300 as US Fed’s hawkish tone clouds rate cut trajectory. What should your strategy be?

Gold and silver prices declined on 19 March, 2026 after the US Federal Reserve maintained rates and signalled a hawkish stance. While domestic prices fell sharply, global gold and silver saw modest gains. Analysts expect continued volatility and advise caution, recommending investors wait for stability before taking fresh positions in bullion.