NEW DELHI:Gold prices climbed Rs 5,091 to Rs 1.44 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Wednesday amid strong global trends and a weak US dollar.

On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for the April contract appreciated by Rs 5,091, or 3.66 per cent, to Rs 1,44,003 per 10 grams.

Analysts said the rally in bullion was driven by improving sentiment in global commodities market.