‘In 1990, 1 kg gold could buy a Maruti 800, in 2040, it would buy…’: Expert on current gold rally 

‘In 1990, 1 kg gold could buy a Maruti 800, in 2040, it would buy…’: Expert on current gold rally 

Gold futures have reached a historic high of $3,065.09 per ounce in New York, with 24K gold prices in India rising to Rs 90,450 per 10 grams, and 22K gold climbing to Rs 82,910 per 10 grams. Gold prices continued their upward trend for the third consecutive day, reaching a new record high of Rs 89,796 … Read more

Why one should add gold in their portfolio: Financial planner explains how to balance gold, markets

Why one should add gold in their portfolio: Financial planner explains how to balance gold, markets

In the past 25 years, gold prices have delivered an annualized return of 12.55%, outperforming the 10.73% return of the Indian stock market benchmark index Sensex. While there is ongoing discussion about whether to invest in stocks or gold given the current market conditions, numerous experts recommend including gold in the portfolio. Gold prices have … Read more

Gold poised for sixth week of gains on safe-haven demand

Gold poised for sixth week of gains on safe-haven demand

Gold prices rose on Friday and were on track for a sixth consecutive week of gains as escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China prompted investors to seek refuge in the safe-haven asset. Spot gold gained 0.2% to $2,861.46 per ounce as of 01:41 p.m. ET (1841 GMT), up more than 2% this week, … Read more

Investment during market dips: I am 38 years old and I am heavily invested in equities, MFs. How should I plan investment during a lull period?

Investment during market dips: I am 38 years old and I am heavily invested in equities, MFs. How should I plan investment during a lull period?

I am 38 years old and part of a family of three, which includes my 35-year-old wife and our 5-month-old son. I do not have any dependents. My current asset allocation is as follows: 75% in Equity, 20% in PF, and 5% in Gold. Additionally, I own an ancestral house in Pune. My monthly expenses … Read more

Room for more upside in Gold amid geopolitical uncertainty

Room for more upside in Gold amid geopolitical uncertainty

In October, Comex gold (December) surged by 3.4%, extending its winning streak to four consecutive months and reaching a record high of $2,801.80 per ounce. Meanwhile, in India, MCX gold hit an all-time high of Rs 79,775 per 10 grams, marking its third straight month of gains. This rally in gold has been driven by … Read more

Gold sees worst week in 3 years, should you buy in dips? Here’s what experts say

Gold sees worst week in 3 years, should you buy in dips? Here’s what experts say

Gold prices experienced a slight decline on November 15, signaling its worst week in over three years. Spot gold was trading at $2,562.61 per ounce, down 0.1%, marking a decrease of more than 4% for the week. Furthermore, US gold futures also saw a decrease of 0.2%, standing at $2,567.10. In India, the price of … Read more

Learn with ETMarkets: How central banks worldwide are impacting bull run in gold

Learn with ETMarkets: How central banks worldwide are impacting bull run in gold

Central banks worldwide are playing a pivotal role in driving the ongoing bull run in gold prices. This article aims to dissect the intricate connection between central bank actions and the surge in gold prices, shedding light on the factors contributing to this phenomenon. Understanding Central Banks’ gold accumulation Diversification Strategy: Central banks are actively … Read more

Gold prices back in limelight after mild correction

Gold prices back in limelight after mild correction

Spot gold tested a new lifetime high last week due to a combination of factors that have converged to propel the demand for the yellow metal. Multiple catalysts like US rate cut speculation, China’s economic stimulus, and renewed geopolitical tensions attributed to the rise in prices. Prices on the London spot market surged near to … Read more