{"id":257660,"date":"2026-09-18T16:09:20","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T10:39:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=257660"},"modified":"2026-09-18T16:09:20","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T10:39:20","slug":"zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Zinc Prediction for Monday: 21 September 2026 Price Outlook"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&#038;utm_medium=zinc\"><strong>Click Here &#8211; Get Free Investment Predictions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>None of this zinc prediction for monday is a guarantee. Markets that calm down quickly can turn just as quickly.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Todays_Recap\" title=\"Today&#8217;s Recap\">Today&#8217;s Recap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Zinc_Prediction_for_Monday_Key_Levels\" title=\"Zinc Prediction for Monday: Key Levels\">Zinc Prediction for Monday: Key Levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Key_Drivers_for_Monday\" title=\"Key Drivers for Monday\">Key Drivers for Monday<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Stocks_to_Watch_Alongside_This_Commodity\" title=\"Stocks to Watch Alongside This Commodity\">Stocks to Watch Alongside This Commodity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Risks_to_This_Prediction\" title=\"Risks to This Prediction\">Risks to This Prediction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#What_is_the_zinc_prediction_for_monday\" title=\"What is the zinc prediction for monday?\">What is the zinc prediction for monday?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Why_did_Zinc_move_higher_today\" title=\"Why did Zinc move higher today?\">Why did Zinc move higher today?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#What_is_the_zinc_price_on_MCX_right_now\" title=\"What is the zinc price on MCX right now?\">What is the zinc price on MCX right now?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Is_the_zinc_prediction_for_Monday_bullish_or_bearish\" title=\"Is the zinc prediction for Monday bullish or bearish?\">Is the zinc prediction for Monday bullish or bearish?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/zinc-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\/#Is_now_a_good_time_to_trade_based_on_this_outlook\" title=\"Is now a good time to trade based on this outlook?\">Is now a good time to trade based on this outlook?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zinc_Prediction_for_Monday_21_September_2026_Price_Outlook\"><\/span><strong>Zinc Prediction for Monday: 21 September 2026 Price Outlook<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #1F4E79;background:#EBF3FB;padding:10px 16px;font-style:italic;\"><em>Zinc at Rs 431.55 per kg on MCX, up 0.91%. 30 September 2026 futures. Crude oil and global cues in focus for Monday.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Quick Answer:<\/strong> The zinc prediction for monday points to a firm start on 18 September 2026. Zinc settled at Rs 431.55 per kg on the 30 September 2026 contract on the MCX, up 0.91 percent, as the metal posted a solid gain today, broadly tracking the strong session in Nifty Metal and the wider equity market&#8217;s improved mood.<\/p>\n<p>The zinc prediction for monday is in focus after Zinc settled at Rs 431.55 per kg on MCX on 18 September 2026, up 0.91 percent on the 30 September 2026 futures. The metal posted a solid gain today, broadly tracking the strong session in nifty metal and the wider equity market&#8217;s improved mood.<\/p>\n<p>Univest&#8217;s research desk, led by Ankit Jaiswal and Kunal Singla, is tracking global cues closely here, since commodity prices on MCX often move in step with international benchmarks and the US dollar index.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-style:italic;color:#000000;margin:14px 0;\">Also read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/stock-market-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\">Stock Market Prediction for Monday, 21 September 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Todays_Recap\"><\/span><strong>Today&#8217;s Recap<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Zinc closed at Rs 431.55 per kg, up 0.91 percent on the 30 September 2026 futures.<\/li>\n<li>Crude oil eased modestly, down about half a percent on mcx, a third straight session of softer prices as the earlier risk premium continues to unwind, a theme relevant across the commodity complex.<\/li>\n<li>India VIX rose to 11.42, a mild pickup in broader market volatility that often spills over into commodity sentiment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zinc_Prediction_for_Monday_Key_Levels\"><\/span><strong>Zinc Prediction for Monday: Key Levels<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Univest&#8217;s desk is watching whether zinc can extend its firm tone into 18 September 2026. A sustained move in crude oil prices and the US dollar index overnight will be the main swing factor, since both influence MCX pricing directly.<\/p>\n<p>Treat this zinc prediction for monday as a working view. It will get revisited fast if Monday&#8217;s opening trade says otherwise.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Drivers_for_Monday\"><\/span><strong>Key Drivers for Monday<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Crude oil eased modestly, down about half a percent on mcx, a third straight session of softer prices as the earlier risk premium continues to unwind.<\/li>\n<li>India vix fell sharply for a second straight session, down 7.08 percent on top of thursday&#8217;s 7.82 percent drop, while hdfc bank&#8217;s 2.52 percent rally offset a sharp 3.88 percent fall in tcs that extended it&#8217;s difficult week.<\/li>\n<li>Movement in the US Dollar Index, which typically has an inverse relationship with metal and bullion prices on MCX.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stocks_to_Watch_Alongside_This_Commodity\"><\/span><strong>Stocks to Watch Alongside This Commodity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Zinc&#8217;s strength today, alongside copper&#8217;s gain, points to firmer industrial metal sentiment matching the broader market&#8217;s calmer tone after India VIX&#8217;s sharp fall.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\"><strong>Explore Univest Screeners for More Trade Ideas<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_to_This_Prediction\"><\/span><strong>Risks to This Prediction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A sharp reversal in crude oil prices could change the direction implied here.<\/li>\n<li>Any unexpected US Federal Reserve commentary could move the US Dollar Index and, in turn, MCX prices.<\/li>\n<li>Thin volumes in early trade can exaggerate short-term moves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><em>Download the <a href=\"http:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&#038;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a> to get daily market recommendations and insightful research pieces!<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The zinc prediction for monday leans firm into 21 September 2026, with crude oil prices and global cues as the key variables to track. Traders should size positions carefully given the current volatility backdrop.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-style:italic;color:#000000;margin:14px 0;\">Also read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/nifty-50-prediction-for-monday-21-september-2026\">Nifty 50 Prediction for Monday, 21 September 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s the core of this zinc prediction for monday: a session with real cross-currents, not a one-way move.<\/p>\n<p style=\"background:#CC0000;color:#FFFFFF;padding:12px 16px;border-radius:4px;\"><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> Investments and trades in securities and commodities are subject to market risk. Read all related documents carefully before investing. The information provided here is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Univest is a SEBI-registered investment adviser (Registration No. INH000013776). Past performance is not indicative of future returns.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_zinc_prediction_for_monday\"><\/span><strong>What is the zinc prediction for monday?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> It points to a firm tone on 18 September 2026, after Zinc closed at Rs 431.55 per kg on 18 September 2026, up 0.91 percent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_Zinc_move_higher_today\"><\/span><strong>Why did Zinc move higher today?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Zinc moved higher today mainly because the metal posted a solid gain today, broadly tracking the strong session in Nifty Metal and the wider equity market&#8217;s improved mood.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_zinc_price_on_MCX_right_now\"><\/span><strong>What is the zinc price on MCX right now?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Zinc was trading at Rs 431.55 per kg on the 30 September 2026 futures as of 18 September 2026.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_zinc_prediction_for_Monday_bullish_or_bearish\"><\/span><strong>Is the zinc prediction for Monday bullish or bearish?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The zinc prediction for Monday is mildly constructive, given today&#8217;s solid 0.91 percent gain alongside a broader improvement in equity market sentiment and industrial metals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_now_a_good_time_to_trade_based_on_this_outlook\"><\/span><strong>Is now a good time to trade based on this outlook?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Whether to trade on this outlook depends on individual risk appetite. 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