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While 24-carat gold is a 100 percent pure form of gold with no trace of any other metal, the 22-carat variant has 91.67 percent pure gold along with some traces of alloyed metals like silver or copper.
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The Federal Reserve hinting at two possible interest rate cuts this year further bolstered the bullion’s appeal.
The Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) scheme was introduced to steer Indian investors away from physical gold purchases and reduce the country's gold import bill. However, the government’s failure to hedge against rising gold prices has resulted in mounting liabilities, turning the SGB scheme into an expensive financial misstep.
U.S. stocks surged on March 19 after the Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged, as expected. The central bank maintained the benchmark overnight interest rate at 4.25%-4.50% and projected that two quarter-point rate cuts were likely later this year, similar to its forecast from three months ago. The Fed also downgraded its outlook for economic growth while predicting higher inflation. Policymakers disagreed on how to address the economic effects of President Trump’s tariff policies, creating uncertainty. Additionally, the Fed plans to slow the pace of its balance sheet drawdown due to challenges in assessing market liquidity, particularly amid a U.S. congressional deadlock over raising the borrowing limit. Traders anticipate at least two rate cuts by December, with a 62.2% chance of a 25-basis point cut in June. The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones all posted gains following the Fed’s announcement.
Investing is like a Twenty20 tournament—unpredictable, thrilling and requiring strategy. Staying disciplined, patient, and informed helps investors navigate market ups and downs to emerge victorious.
Spot gold rose 0.2% to $3,039.54 an ounce at 2:33 p.m. in New York. Silver, platinum and palladium fell
Spot gold remained unchanged at $3,034.12 an ounce as of 12:04 p.m. ET (1604 GMT)
The rise in gold price comes ahead of the US Federal Reserve meeting outcome. If the Fed holds rates, gold may see limited upside or a slight pullback, say experts
Spot gold hit a peak of $3,028.24 in early trade, and by 0927 was up 0.7% at $3,023.30 an ounce
As per the India Bullion and Jewellers Association, Gold (999 purity) was trading at around Rs 88,256 per 10 gm on March 18, 2025.
Gold acts as a hedge, and therefore, one may allocate around 5-15 percent to it. However, experts also warn against going extra bullish on gold at these higher levels
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Bullion has scaled 13 all-time highs so far this year and is on track for a second straight week of gains.
Last month, Kerala’s retail inflation rose to a five-year high of 7.3 percent from 6.8 percent in the previous month, even as the overall figure for India eased to a seven-month low of 3.6 percent.
The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had settled at Rs 88,850 per 10 grams on Wednesday.
Unlike traditional gujiyas, which are usually sweet dumplings filled with khoya, nuts, and dried fruits, edible gold leaf is generously used in the making of Golden Gujiya, which gives it a distinctive golden hue.
Although the industry is sitting at nearly Rs 10 lakh crore in assets compared with the previous year, the net assets under management declined to 4 percent in February from the previous month, its steepest fall since June 2022
Blackstone CEO Stephen Schwarzman downplays the impact of the 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium that came into effect, calling them a “short-term disruption.” He views the tariff changes as a temporary “phenomenon” and believes the world will adapt over time, with countries adjusting through currency fluctuations and cost-sharing between producers and consumers. The American tariffs were implemented on the same day of the interview, and major economies are still assessing their effects. While the White House has stated there will be “exceptions,” India, which is not expected to be included in the April 2 tariff list, continues to negotiate with the U.S. Regarding trade, Schwarzman sees India’s growing role in global supply chains as an opportunity, positioning the country as an alternative to China. He also emphasized that India’s trade relations with the U.S. are developing and that India is well-positioned for future trade agreements.
Blackstone's CEO, Stephen Schwarzman, highlighted India as the top-performing market for the U.S. private equity group. Since investing $1 billion in 2005, Blackstone’s operations in India have far exceeded expectations. The firm aims to double its exposure, targeting $100 billion in future investments, and remains the largest foreign company and private equity firm in India. Schwarzman expressed strong optimism about India’s future, citing political stability, regulatory improvements, and a young, tech-savvy population as key drivers of growth. Despite challenges in the past, such as difficulties for foreigners doing business in India, Blackstone adapted by focusing on owning and controlling businesses rather than just holding stakes. The company’s long-term strategy is to build businesses that improve the country’s economic landscape, and Schwarzman reiterated his confidence in India’s future as a prime market for investment.
Blackstone Eyes $100 Billion Investment In India Amid Rising Opportunities: Stephen Schwarzman Blackstone CEO Stephen Schwarzman pins his hope on India in exclusive interview to Moneycontrol. Stephen said that Blackstone has seen exceptional success in India, with returns around 40% annually, making it their top-performing market. The company is rapidly expanding its presence, becoming the largest foreign investor, owner of real estate, and private equity firm in India. Blackstone's strategy involves owning businesses to control growth, which has proven effective in India’s thriving economy. The company is heavily invested in sectors like healthcare, technology, and data centers, with plans to further capitalize on India’s emerging AI and energy transit industries. Despite recent stock market declines, Blackstone remains optimistic due to India’s political stability, growing workforce, and favorable regulatory environment. AI is expected to transform industries globally, including in India, leading to productivity growth and innovation in sectors like drug development and education. Blackstone believes that India has significant potential as an alternative to China in global supply chains, especially amid China’s challenges, and should leverage this opportunity.
Shankar Sharma said that he had offered the same suggestion to his sister and brother-in-law when they had sought his advice and today they are 'wealthy beyond dreams'.
Most NPS equity funds have beaten benchmark index Nifty 200 TRI in the short-term (one year), but only two have outperformed over five years.
Gold was up at Rs 87,820 for 10 gms. Silver was marginally low at Rs 99,000 a kg
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