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Silver prices crash nearly 50% in 5 months. Is it still worth investing?
A similar trend has been reflected in India’s MCX futures market, where silver prices tumbled from a record ₹4.28 lakh per kg to around ₹2.39 lakh. This steep fall has unsettled investors, raising concerns about whether the rally was driven by speculative excesses and whether further downside risks remain.
Fashion to Furnace: Some luxury gold watches fail the test of time
Luxury watches like Omega Constellation are being melted for gold. High gold prices make metal value exceed resale worth. This impacts used models from Omega and TAG Heuer. Dealers are scrapping watches as demand for investment gold rises. Some owners find this practice tragic. High-end brands like Rolex and Patek Philippe are less affected due to strong demand and waitlists.
What are US stock market, gold and silver price prediction for Monday? Market outlook after Wall Street gains and metals movement
What are US stock market, gold and silver price prediction for Monday? Investors are assessing Wall Street's latest gains, developments in U.S.-Iran talks, Federal Reserve expectations, and movements in gold and silver prices. SpaceX's market debut lifted sentiment, while lower oil prices eased inflation concerns. Analysts expect markets to remain focused on interest rates, economic data, and geopolitical developments when trading resumes on Monday.
Stocks, gold or debt? Rs 2.7 lakh crore fund manager who predicted bullion boom on where to invest now
Manish Banthia, CIO-Fixed Income at ICICI Prudential AMC, who correctly predicted the gold rally in 2023, now sees little value in adding fresh exposure to bullion. He prefers a balanced allocation between equities and debt, citing attractive valuations in India and other emerging markets over gold.
Why are oil, gold and silver prices down today, and will Brent futures, US WTI crude and precious metals prices continue to drop or rise again? Market reacts to Iran peace deal hopes and rate concerns
Why are oil, gold and silver prices down today, and will Brent futures, US WTI crude and precious metals prices continue to drop or rise again? Oil, gold and silver prices moved lower after reports that the United States and Iran could reach a peace agreement. Brent futures and US WTI crude declined as fears of supply disruption eased. Gold and silver also fell due to inflation concerns and expectations that the U.S. Federal Reserve may keep interest rates higher for longer.
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NFO Alert: ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund launches Nifty Smallcap 250 ETF
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund has launched the Nifty Smallcap 250 ETF, offering exposure to 250 emerging companies. The NFO is open till June 16. The passive fund aims to track the index with minimal cost, targeting investors seeking diversified, long-term participation in India’s growing smallcap segment.
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund raises stake in ITC, HDFC Bank and 14 other stocks in May
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund, India’s largest active flexi-cap scheme by AUM, raised exposure to ITC, HDFC Bank and 14 other stocks in May, according to PPFAS Mutual Fund’s latest portfolio disclosure. The fund added 4.46 crore ITC shares, taking total holdings to 28.78 crore, while increasing its HDFC Bank position by 47.20 lakh shares.
378% return on SGB premature redemption date: This gold bond has turned Rs 1 lakh investment into Rs 4.78 lakh
The Reserve Bank of India has set the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond 2019-20 Series-I. Investors can redeem these bonds from June 11, 2026. The redemption price is fixed at Rs 15,038 per unit. This offers investors a significant return of approximately 378% on their initial investment.
Prime Litmus Investment Management launches real estate opportunities fund, a Category II AIF
Prime Securities has launched the Prime Litmus Real Estate Opportunities Fund, a Category II AIF targeting Rs 750 crore with a Rs 250 crore green shoe option. The fund will focus on structured credit investments in under-construction real estate projects across key Indian metropolitan regions, aiming for 18-20% IRRs over six years.
308% return on SGB premature redemption date: Gold bond turns Rs 1 lakh investment into Rs 4.08 lakh
The RBI has announced the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2019-20 Series-VII, set at Rs 15,275 per unit. Investors can redeem these bonds from June 10, 2026, after the fifth year of issuance.
Are mutual fund investors losing interest in gold ETFs and multi asset allocation funds?
Gold ETFs and multi-asset allocation funds experienced a moderation in investor inflows last month, with gold ETFs seeing a net outflow of Rs 725 crore. Experts advise against over-interpreting single-month data, emphasizing long-term portfolio objectives and strategic asset allocation over short-term trends.
Gold price crash may revive wedding demand as buying season nears
Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp correction from recent highs, raising hopes of stronger jewellery demand. Industry experts expect wedding and festive purchases to improve after Adhik Maas ends, with lower prices encouraging buyers across urban and rural markets.
Gold ETFs see first outflow in a year, silver ETFs bleed for fourth straight month
Gold ETFs saw their first outflow in over a year in May, while silver ETFs extended losses for the fourth straight month, according to AMFI data. Gold ETFs recorded an outflow of Rs 725 crore versus an inflow in April, while silver ETFs saw a Rs 2,133 crore outflow, taking total withdrawals over four months to Rs 3,770 crore.
Strong consumption keeps growth steady amid Iran war cost concerns
India's economy shows steady growth driven by domestic demand. The West Asia conflict presents challenges like higher oil prices. The government plans to attract more foreign investment and boost revenue through asset sales. Efforts are underway to support farmers and consumers amidst rising costs. The GST Council will discuss further reforms soon.
22k gold rate today: Check 24k, 22k, 18k gold prices (June 8, 2026) at IBJA, Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Malabar Gold & Diamonds
Gold and silver prices saw a dip this today. Rising global tensions fueled inflation worries, while strong US economic data suggested interest rates would stay high.
Tata Mutual Fund announces temporary restrictions on subscriptions in its gold ETF and FoF
Tata Mutual Fund has temporarily restricted fresh subscriptions in its Tata Gold ETF and Tata Gold ETF Fund of Fund, citing prevailing market and economic conditions. While large direct investments and certain lump-sum inflows face limits, SIPs, SWPs, redemptions and switch-outs will continue without any restrictions.
Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals continue to drop or rise again? Treasury yields pressure gold as investors assess market outlook
Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals continue to drop or rise again? Gold prices extended losses for a third session as U.S. Treasury yields moved higher. Silver also declined, while investors tracked interest rate expectations, Middle East developments, ETF holdings, and analyst forecasts. Market participants are now evaluating whether precious metals can recover or face more pressure in the coming months.
Will your gold investments be impacted as HDFC, ICICI and Tata mutual funds stop fresh high-value ETF investments?
Major mutual fund houses, including HDFC, ICICI Prudential, Nippon India and Tata Mutual Fund, have temporarily restricted large investments in gold ETFs amid surging demand, higher import duties and limited gold supply. Experts say retail investors and existing SIPs remain unaffected. The curbs mainly impact HNIs, while new investors are advised to invest gradually and maintain a 10-15% gold allocation.
Zerodha Mutual Fund files draft document with Sebi for two life cycle funds
Zerodha Mutual Fund has introduced two new life cycle funds, targeting investors for specific retirement years: 2041 and 2036. These open-ended funds offer a dynamic investment approach, automatically shifting from aggressive to conservative asset allocation as the target date nears. They aim for long-term capital appreciation across equities, debt, and commodities.
220% return on SGB premature redemption date: Gold bond turns Rs 1 lakh investment into Rs 3.20 lakh
The Reserve Bank of India has set the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond 2021-22 Series-III. Investors can redeem these bonds from June 8, 2026. The redemption price is fixed at Rs 15,512 per unit.
Gold and silver ETFs slip up to 8% amid Israel attack and crude oil spike. What should investors do?
Gold and silver ETFs declined sharply on Monday as precious metal prices corrected on the MCX amid rising crude oil prices, inflation concerns and expectations of higher US interest rates. While the selloff weighed on returns, experts believe the correction offers a gradual accumulation opportunity for long-term investors through systematic investments.
Four mutual funds restrict large inflows into gold ETFs and FoFs; Rs 25 crore cap imposed
South Korea and Taiwan are facing market pressure despite strong gains in semiconductor giants driving the AI boom. Heavy concentration in a few chipmakers has increased vulnerability to profit-taking and volatility, exposing the risks of narrow market leadership as investors reassess valuations amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties.
Asset allocation in 2026: Gold and silver outperform as equities struggle amid market volatility
Welcome to TrendMap, your quick, visual guide to the performance of different investment segments. In this edition, we present a 10-year performance tracker of various asset classes. The annual returns are ranked for multiple asset classes across equity, debt, precious metals and real estate. This map shows that no single asset class reigns supreme. Hence, diversification helps. By Sameer Bhardwaj.
Retail investors can play on as AMCs cap gold bets
Three major asset management companies have imposed purchase restrictions on large investors in gold mutual fund schemes. This move aims to curb gold imports and manage strong inflows, with retail investors expected to remain unaffected. Wealth managers see this as a response to the Prime Minister's call to reduce imports, following gold's significant recent performance.
Gold price target prediction: What could be likely gold rate throughout 2026?
Gold rate: Three main factors stand out, namely increased central bank purchases, strong retail demand by the top two buyers China and India, and support from investors in what can broadly be described as the fear trade.
Nippon India Mutual Fund limits subscription in Gold BeES and gold savings fund
Nippon India Mutual Fund has imposed temporary subscription limits on Nippon India ETF Gold BeES and Nippon India Gold Savings Fund from June 8. While SIPs and STPs will continue within prescribed limits, fresh lump-sum investments and direct subscriptions by large investors will face restrictions until further notice.
An Indian gold firm allegedly inflated revenue by $159 billion using its Swiss unit
Indian investigators allege Rajesh Exports overstated its Swiss unit Valcambi's revenue by a staggering $159 billion. SEBI's preliminary findings also point to missing documentation for African mine investments and fictitious trades. The company denies wrongdoing, calling the revenue interpretation misplaced. Shares fell following the probe's announcement.
HDFC Mutual Fund limits subscription in its gold ETF and FoF. What this means for investors?
HDFC Mutual Fund has temporarily restricted large lump-sum investments in its Gold ETF and Gold ETF Fund of Fund amid surging gold prices and rising inflows. While SIPs remain unaffected, the move aims to curb excessive exposure to gold, which experts warn could worsen India's import bill and current account deficit.
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