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Jewellers expect rise in old gold exchange as prices and import duties stay high
Indian consumers adapt to high gold prices by exchanging and recycling old jewellery, favoring lighter, lab grown and demi fine pieces, especially among younger buyers
NSE EGR trading goes live. How can gold investors buy, sell and invest?
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has launched live trading in its Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) segment, enabling investors to trade gold digitally via demat accounts. Backed by physical gold stored in regulated vaults, EGRs allow flexible denominations and exchange-based trading. The initiative aims to deepen India’s bullion market and improve transparency in gold pricing.
EGR trading goes live on NSE: How can investors buy and sell Electronic Gold Receipts
National Stock Exchange of India launches live trading in Electronic Gold Receipts, boosting digital gold trading, transparency and investor access.
Hybrid Mutual Funds Attract Rs 1.55 Lakh Crore In FY26 On Diversified Investment Appeal
According to data from the AMFI, the number of hybrid fund folios rose to 1.9 crore in March 2026 from 1.56 crore a year earlier, adding 34 lakh investor accounts.
Hybrid MFs attract ₹1.55 trn in FY26 on diversified investment appeal
Hybrid mutual fund schemes attracted inflows of Rs 1.55 lakh crore in 2025-26, a 29 per cent increase over the preceding fiscal year, as investors increasingly turned to diversified investment strategies amid volatile market conditions. The category witnessed strong traction despite heightened geopolitical tensions, including the conflict in West Asia, as investors sought balanced investment solutions that could cushion market volatility. "Hybrid funds saw strong traction in FY26 as investors looked for balanced investment solutions during volatile times. Multi asset allocation funds, in particular, gained popularity due to their ability to deliver relatively stable performance across market cycles," Radhika Gupta, MD and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, told PTI. According to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), the number of hybrid fund folios rose to 1.9 crore in March 2026 from 1.56 crore a year earlier, adding 34 lakh investor accounts. Assets under manageme
Rs 3,000 Mutual Fund SIP Vs PPF: Which Can Build Bigger Wealth In 15 Years?
SIP is a method of investing regularly in mutual funds, usually linked to the stock market. PPF, on the other hand, is a government-backed savings scheme.
AB Capital board to meet on May 20 to consider fund raise proposal via issue of shares, QIP, preferential issue
The company, in an exchange filing, said its board of directors is scheduled to meet on May 20 to consider the proposal of rasing funds via issuing equity shares or other securities of the firm through qualified institutional placement (QIP), preferential allotment or any other methods or combination.
Import tariff values for gold, silver raised
India's customs board has increased import tariff values for gold and silver. This move aims to manage import costs due to global commodity price changes. Edible oils like palm and soybean oil also see minor adjustments. These new valuations will be effective from May 16, 2026. Policymakers are also looking to control pressure on foreign exchange reserves.
Nifty May futures trade at premium
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, HDFC Bank and Infosys were the top traded contracts.
NSE EGRs to commence trading from May 18. Here’s what gold investors should know
The NSE will launch trading in Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) from May 18, aiming to transform gold investing in India. The exchange said EGRs will make gold trading more transparent, secure and accessible through improved technology and liquidity. NSE believes the move could integrate gold into mainstream capital markets, boost financial inclusion and reduce dependence on fragmented pricing in the physical gold market.
Precious metals trade lower; silver futures slide 4%, gold down 1.5%
Prices declined across Comex, MCX and exchange traded funds (ETFs), with silver prices falling nearly 4 per cent and gold prices declining around 1.5 per cent
SEBI proposes new exchange-traded derivatives rules: What commodity traders should know
SEBI proposes overhaul of ETD rules, including removal of CTM in commodity options, revised SGF and stress tests, and consolidated circulars, seeking simpler, globally aligned regulation