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Firmer dollar, rate hikes, ETF outflows may weigh on gold prices: Analyst
A firmer dollar, rate hikes by central banks, ETF outflows, and elevated yields are likely to keep the yellow metal under pressure. China's demand is not too strong either
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
Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath backs gold-based stablecoin over dollar-linked crypto; says UPI saved India from a bigger risk
Kamath proposes a gold-backed stablecoin for India to unlock value from idle gold, criticizing the push for dollar-linked digital assets. He lauds India's cautious regulatory stance on cryptocurrencies, suggesting that blockchain could help monetize the vast gold reserves held by households.
Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath suggests exploring gold-based stablecoins for India
Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath questioned the long-term suitability of dollar-backed stablecoins for India and proposed exploring a gold-linked stablecoin. He said such a model could monetise idle household gold holdings while reducing dependence on dollar-dominated digital financial systems and supporting India’s strategic interests.
Individual investors sold Rs 13,000 crore worth stocks, but Zerodha clients kept buying: Nithin Kamath
Retail investors sold equities, but Zerodha clients bought heavily, highlighting divergence. Overall, direct retail ownership declined while mutual fund holdings hit record highs, reflecting a structural shift toward professionally managed investments and rising domestic institutional dominance in Indian equity markets
Gold, silver ETFs gain up to 4% as precious metals rise amid weak dollar
At 10:48 AM, among others, DSP Silver ETF and Axis Silver ETF up 4 per cent each
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.