New york: The price of futures for a troy ounce (31.1 grams) of gold has increased in commodity markets, APA-Economics reports, citing stock exchange data. The price of February 2026 futures for a troy ounce of gold on the New York COMEX Commodity Exchange increased by 1.11% to 4,552.7 US dollars. According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the price of March 2026 futures for an ounce of silver on the COMEX also increased by 7.69% to 77,196 US dollars. This significant rise in silver prices highlights ongoing trends in the commodity markets, reflecting broader economic conditions and investor sentiments.