Gold Investment

Commodity Trading 10 min read
How to Trade Gold Derivatives in Indian Commodity Markets?

Gold is considered one of the most valuable assets in the world. India is the 2nd largest consumer of gold. It has an active stable traditional market for the asset.  Gold has proved to work  well as a hedge against inflation and a safe-haven asset during  economic and/or political crises of sorts. Numerous commodity traders ... How to Trade Gold Derivatives in Indian Commodity Markets?

Gold Investment 7 min read
What Are Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR)? Meaning, Price, How to Buy

India Gold Policy Centre (IGPC) conducted a gold consumption survey and found that Indians with an annual income between ₹2 lakhs and ₹10 lakhs are the country’s highest gold consumers. Despite massive demand for gold, there was no liquid spot market price for price discovery until recently in India.  In September 2021, SEBI (Securities Exchange ... What Are Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR)? Meaning, Price, How to Buy

Gold Investment 7 min read
Indian Gold Hallmarks: All You Need to Know (2024)

Gold is the most demanded precious metal in India. Gold and gold ornaments have a high emotional and pious value in Indian households. It is extensively used in jewellery and as a store of value. However, many sellers sell gold with lots of impurities. It is majorly happening in rural areas where people need more ... Indian Gold Hallmarks: All You Need to Know (2024)

Gold Investment 9 min read
Malabar Gold Scheme: Details, Features & Benefits

Malabar Gold & Diamonds is the flagship company of Malabar Group, a leading diversified Indian business conglomerate. Malabar Gold & Diamonds is a prominent jeweller in India that offers its clients a huge variety of choices and designs. Apart from offering an extensive range of jewellery, the brand has held BIS hallmark certification, which is ... Malabar Gold Scheme: Details, Features & Benefits

Gold Investment 8 min read
How to Invest In Gold? The Only Investment Guide You Need in 2023

India has a long history of investing in gold. It is seen as a precious metal and signifies a wealth source. The gold treasure was first discovered in a Bulgarian burial site in Varna, which dates back to 4600 BC to 4200 BC. However, the way of investing has evolved with time. Earlier, people invested ... How to Invest In Gold? The Only Investment Guide You Need in 2023

Gold Investment 6 min read
Spot Gold vs Gold Futures – Understanding the basics

The price of gold is less volatile than stocks. Therefore, you do not require vast investment expertise to purchase, hold and sell this commodity. Apart from buying gold in physical form, you can also buy it either from the spot market or in the form of a futures contract. The latter option can be riskier, ... Spot Gold vs Gold Futures – Understanding the basics

Gold Investment 7 min read
What is the Gold Monetisation Scheme? 

In India, gold has historically been the trusted currency for wealth preservation and to tide over bad times. It is no surprise that India is one of the largest consumers of gold worldwide. From an investment perspective, gold earns a return only when it is sold. There is no interest or other income from gold, ... What is the Gold Monetisation Scheme? 

Gold Investment 7 min read
Gold ETFs Taxation: All you Need to Know

The Gold ETF (exchange-traded fund) is one of the hassle-free options to buy gold. As an investor, you can invest in gold and hold it electronically in your DEMAT account without actually buying it physically. It eliminates the need to buy gold physically and manage its storage and safety.  Gold ETF taxation scores above the ... Gold ETFs Taxation: All you Need to Know

Mutual funds 9 min read
Gold Mutual Funds: Basics, Things to Consider & Other Details

Gold has always been a valuable commodity. However, investing in gold tends to carry many challenges. The performance of gold-related stocks may vary significantly. Even a small change in the global market price of gold may result in significant alterations in the prices of its stocks. That is why many investors prefer investing in gold ... Gold Mutual Funds: Basics, Things to Consider & Other Details

Gold Investment 10 min read
Sovereign Gold Bond Benefits: Advantages and Disadvantages

Gold has always been a desirable asset in jewellery and as an investment option. A symbol of prosperity, gold is a valued metal despite its cost and is considered highly auspicious in Indian households. However, buying and storing physical gold has drawbacks, as there is a risk of theft, and you incur storage and maintenance ... Sovereign Gold Bond Benefits: Advantages and Disadvantages

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