Amid the global turmoil, gold futures on the MCX surged over Rs 4,100 in the last couple of days to a fresh record high. While the gold on the MCX experienced a sudden spike, investors jumped to buy safe‑haven assets amid fears of a widening US‑EU trade conflict and a softer dollar. 

As reported by news agency IANS, MCX gold February futures rose 4.25 per cent to Rs 1,56,970 per 10 grams. Whereas, MCX silver March futures rose 2.71 per cent to Rs 3,32,451 per kg.