Gold Investment

Gold prices are expected to remain "elevated and volatile" due to geopolitical tensions, Titan said, but expressed optimism about the long-term growth prospects of the jewellery market on favourable demographics and its safe-haven appeal. Despite these challenges, the "outlook in India remains positive" due to favourable demographics and the continued relevance of jewellery as a store of value; however, "short-term demand fluctuations may persist", Titan said in its annual report. "Gold prices are expected to remain elevated and volatile, given ongoing geopolitical developments and global conflicts leading to macroeconomic uncertainties," said Titan, a JV between Tata and the Tamil Nadu government. The Tata group-managed firm also said these macroeconomic uncertainties arising from geopolitical developments could lead to shifts in demand patterns across customer segments. "In this environment, there could be shifts in demand segments and the Division will continue to prioritise mar

A firmer dollar, rate hikes by central banks, ETF outflows, and elevated yields are likely to keep the yellow metal under pressure. China's demand is not too strong either

Electronic Gold Receipts could unlock idle household gold, offering income opportunities while reducing import dependence without burdening taxpayers

Gold ETF flows remain uninspiring, as investors continue to be deterred by elevated volatility and the prospect of higher interest rates

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Gold's trajectory continues to depend on oil prices as traders remain fixated on rate moves. High oil prices are supporting the US Dollar and increasing the probability of rate hikes

An Electronic Gold Receipt (EGR) is a dematerialised instrument that represents ownership of physical gold held in a Sebi-regulated vault

On Akshaya Tritiya, choose gold wisely-jewellery for sentiment, ETFs and SGBs for returns; verify purity, costs, and tax impact before investing

Stock prices ultimately reflect corporate earnings, not newspaper headlines. India's long-term story rests on fundamentals that geopolitics cannot easily touch

While existing investors should do partial rebalancing, new investors should enter in a staggered manner

Small deviations may be corrected by directing more money into underperforming assets like debt and equities

Gold's big 2025 run sets up a steadier, more volatile year ahead for investors, says experts

Gupta cautioned against treating past performance as a predictor of future gains

Bulk of gold investment for investment purpose should be through ETFs; limit jewellery purchase to personal use

Instead of falling prey to FOMO and diving in headlong, new investors should enter gradually and with a long horizon

Doing so is crucial for those who have dollar-denominated goals, like a child's education abroad

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While jewellery purchases can continue as per family tradition, investors should consider channeling a significant portion of this into smarter options such as Sovereign Gold Bonds or Gold ETFs

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