NEW DELHI: Gold and silver opened strongly in domestic futures on Monday, driven by a softening dollar, expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut and a weaker rupee. Gold February futures traded at Rs 1,30,383 per 10 grams, up Rs 879 (0.68%), while silver March futures surged to a new peak of Rs 1,78,620 per kg, gaining Rs 3,639 in early trade. Silver price growth was supported by a weaker rupee and expectations of a US rate cut. Analysts expect the metal to maintain strong momentum amid global economic developments and currency fluctuations. On the international front, spot gold was slightly down at $4,221.68 per ounce by 0.2%, after hitting a near three-week high on Friday. US gold futures for December delivery rose 0.2% to $4,261.60 per ounce, while silver climbed 2.2% to a

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