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ICICI Pru's S Naren expects moderate market returns, backs gold in diversified portfolios
S Naren, Executive Director and CIO of ICICI Prudential AMC, which managed funds worth $3 billion as of May 31, 2026, said improving macro conditions have strengthened India's outlook but global AI-led capital flows continue to favour overseas markets. Naren reiterated his preference for diversified multi-asset investing over concentrated equity or standalone gold ETF exposure.

India's gold demand picks up, China premiums ease: What is driving the trend
India gold demand rises on price dip as China premiums ease, with cautious buying, ETF outflows, and central bank reserves shaping the global bullion outlook.
HDFC MF, ICICI Pru MF cap large-ticket inflows in gold ETFs, but it won't hurt retail investors
HDFC MF's move alone is unlikely to significantly alter industry flows unless other large gold ETF players follow suit

Can silver ETFs face supply issues after India’s import restrictions? What should investors do
India's bullion market faces challenges as import duties on gold and silver rise to 15%. The move aims to curb imports and stabilize the rupee amidst global uncertainties. Concerns emerge over silver ETF supply due to new import restrictions, potentially leading to higher domestic premiums.

Mirae Asset believes higher import duty could widen India-global bullion price gap
India gold and silver import duty hike may distort bullion prices, widen gap with global rates, and tighten silver ETF supply, Mirae Asset warns.

Gold prices soar 50% since last Akshaya Tritiya: 5 key reasons behind the surge and what investors should do now
The gold rally has intensified over the last year, with prices surging more than 50% since last Akshaya Tritiya, driven by geopolitical tensions, inflation fears, ETF inflows, and currency weakness. These developments call for prudence in future gold-related investments.

Silver ETFs tumble up to 9%; gold funds slide as global correction hits domestic trade
Gold and silver ETFs dropped sharply on March 4, with ICICI Prudential Silver ETF falling 7.3% and Tata Silver ETF over 7%. Gold ETFs also declined, with ICICI Prudential Gold ETF down nearly 4%.

What’s driving strong flows into gold and silver ETFs despite volatility, explains ICICI Pru AMC's Haria
Chintan Haria of ICICI Prudential highlights strong gold and silver ETF flows amid price surges, global risks, central bank demand, and product design easing investor access and volatility management.

Gold, silver prices steady: What's driving bullion today
Gold and silver held multi-week highs as geopolitical tensions and US–Iran talks lifted demand. SEBI tied ETF values to local prices amid strong retail interest.