Gold Bonds

SGB 2019-20 Series-VIII early exit alert: Rs 1 lakh investment now worth Rs 3.5 lakh; check price

The price has been calculated based on the simple average of the closing price of gold of 999 purity for the previous three business days, as published by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).

Gold Bond alert: Over 4x returns on offer as SGB 2019–20 Series II opens for premature redemption today; check details

As per the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961 (Section 43 of 1961) the interest on the SGBs is taxable.

Sovereign Gold Bond early exit today: RBI announces SGB 2020-21 Series-IX redemption price, check investors' return- FAQs answered

The bonds have a fixed term of eight years, but investors can exit after five years on interest payment dates if they wish. SGBs can also be traded on stock exchanges, transferred to others, or used as collateral for loans.

SGB 2017–18 Series XII to matures today: Investors set for four-fold gain as Gold Bond delivers 366% return

The Central Bank said that the redemption price has been calculated based on the simple average of the closing price of gold of 999 purity for the previous three business days—December 15, 16 and 17, 2025—as published by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).

Should you redeem your SGBs before maturity?

Majority of the Sovereign Gold Bonds have been trading at a premium on secondary markets as street chatter grows that the government might halt any more tranches. To add to this, the Reserve Bank of India recently allowed premature redemption of SGBs issued between May 2017 and March 2020. Lovisha Darad discusses if investors should hold on to their SGBs until maturity or not.

Investing in Gold in India: Is it still a smart move?

Gold has long been a popular investment choice for Indians, not only as a symbol of wealth but also as a cherished asset created and passed down through generations. It has so far been seen as a reliable investment, broken only under very dire circumstances.

Why are Sovereign Gold Bonds trading at 5-12% premium?

Sovereign gold bonds are trading above the reference rate, due to their tax advantage and coupon rate. But with news of lesser or no future issuances, listed SGBs are becoming even more popular.

No new sovereign gold bonds? Check out the most liquid ones on the NSE

The government may go slow or just stop on issuing gold bonds altogether, as Moneycontrol has reported. For those who wish to buy them, some existing listed ones offer a good option

Chart of the Day: Digital gold holdings are here to stay

Investors are gradually warming to non-physical forms of gold such as ETFs and SGBs

Sovereign Gold Bond 2023-24 Series III opens today: Should you invest?

The launch of SGB Scheme 2023-2024 Series III has come on the back of gold prices increasing by more than 10 percent in 2023 and defying expectations amid a high interest rate environment.

How do Sovereign Gold Bonds compare with Gold ETFs and equity indices

Gold ETFs move in line with gold prices but SGBs while moving in tandem with gold prices also carry a 2.5 percent annual interest (simple interest), which may seem small, but over the years makes a big difference. If one adds the AMC fees and taxation costs, the difference is wide enough to make investors move to SGB.