The price of 22-carat gold also witnessed a drop of Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 73,840
In India, prices jumped to a record high of Rs 79,775 per 10 grams earlier this week, marking a nearly 33 per cent increase since last year's Diwali
The price of 22-carat gold also witnessed a rise of Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 72,960
Gold demand in the world's second-biggest consumer of the precious metal could stand between 700 and 750 metric tons in 2024, the lowest since 2020 and down from last year's 761 tons
Dhanteras and Diwali demand for gems and jewellery this year is anticipated to remain strong despite rising prices, with Diwali sales potentially crossing Rs 30,000 crore in the domestic market, according to industry experts. Price hikes in precious metals are prompting consumers to view gold as a reliable asset, while silver is gaining popularity among people due to its relatively lower price and high industrial demand. Some experts estimate sales growth in value terms of 10-15 per cent year-on-year this Diwali across the country, though there may be a dent in volume. Silver has emerged as the top performer with returns exceeding 40 per cent, followed by gold at 23 per cent, significantly surpassing stock market benchmark returns. Eastern Regional Chairman of the Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) said, Gold continues to shine due to global uncertainties and geopolitical conditions, while silver is drawing substantial interest as an affordable option. The Council .
The price of 22-carat gold also witnessed a drop of Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 73,140
The price of 22-carat gold also witnessed a rise of Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 71,410
Consumers are opting for lighter, more affordable jewellery to stay within budget
The price of 22-carat gold also witnessed a decline of Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 70,990
Imports more than tripled to 140 tons in August from the previous month, according to the World Gold Council
The price of 22-carat gold declined Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 68,640
In India, the world's second-largest gold consumer, domestic prices were ruling around 71,900 rupees per 10 gram on Friday
The price of 22-carat gold fell Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 67,160
The price of 22-carat gold fell Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 66,940
The price of 22-carat gold fell Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 66,690
The price of 22-carat gold fell Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 65,540
Gold outlook by Sharekhan: The MCX Gold futures are expected to trade in the range of Rs 68,200 and Rs 70,700 in near term, analyst Praveen Singh.
The Indian gold industry on Tuesday announced the formation of the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES), a self-regulatory organisation (SRO) supported by the World Gold Council. The organisation aims to remove the trust deficit and enhance transparency within the sector. The framework for IAGES will be independently governed and professionally managed. It will be released soon, after which memberships will be announced. The organisation is expected to become operational by December this year or January 2025, WGC Regional CEO, India, Sachin Jain told PTI. IAGES will be formed by national industry associations, including the Indian Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), All India Gems and Jewellery Council of India (GJC) and Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). "IAGES, created by the Indian gold industry, represents the coming together of various stakeholders in the sector. It aims to increase consumer and government confidence by enhancing
The price of 22-carat gold fell Rs 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at Rs 64,690
The price of 22-carat gold slipped Rs 10, with the yellow metal trading at Rs 64,690