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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.
Gold discounts in India hit record at $200/ounce as duty hike sparks selling
India's gold discounts hit a record over $200 an ounce Wednesday. This followed a sharp import duty increase to 15%. Higher local prices prompted investors to sell gold, even at steep discounts. Retail buyers and jewelers remained absent. This situation is expected to increase gold smuggling. The duty hike aims to reduce overseas purchases and protect foreign exchange reserves.
India’s gold import duty hike to 15% may remain for a year, says Senco MD Suvankar Sen
India's higher import duty on gold and silver could impact jewelry demand for a year, Senco MD Suvankar Sen said. Senco Gold predicts volumes may drop 10-15 percent and consumers may opt for lighter jewelry. This move aims to conserve foreign exchange reserves and protect economic stability amid global uncertainty.
Kotak AMC’s Shibani Sircar Kurian bets on financials and healthcare; cautious on IT
Shibani Sircar Kurian, Head -Equity Research and Fund Manager at Kotak Mahindra AMC, which manages assets worth nearly $4.79 billion, said the ongoing Middle East conflict remains the biggest concern for Indian markets due to its potential impact on oil prices, growth and earnings. She said Kotak AMC remains selective, favouring financials, healthcare and parts of industrials, while staying cautious on smallcaps and Indian IT amid AI-led disruption. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
PM Modi doesn't want you to buy gold for next 1 year. A bigger crash on the cards?
Prime Minister Modi urged Indians to avoid buying gold for a year, a move seen as an attempt to protect foreign exchange reserves amidst global uncertainty and rising crude oil prices. While jewellery stocks saw a knee-jerk reaction, experts believe the appeal may cause temporary caution rather than alter India's deep-rooted affinity for gold.
Equity MFs inflow dips 5% in April; SIP contributions fall to ₹31,115 cr
Equity-oriented mutual fund schemes garnered a net inflow of Rs 38,440 crore in April, marking a 5 per cent decline from the preceding month, amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, fluctuating crude oil prices, and concerns about global growth. Moreover, monthly contributions through SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) declined to Rs 31,115 crore last month from Rs 32,087 crore in March,according to data released by industry body Amfi on Monday. Overall, the industry recorded a net infusion of Rs 3.22 lakh crore in April after witnessing an outflow of Rs 2.4 lakh crore in March. This was contributed by a huge inflow of Rs 2.5 lakh crore in the debt funds. The inflow has lifted the industry's assets under management by 11 per cent to Rs 81.92 lakh crore at the end of April, up from Rs 73.73 lakh crore at the end of March. This was driven by strong positive flows across segments and market to market gains witnessed during the month, said Venkat Chalasani, Chief Executive at ...
Explained: What PM Modi’s comments on deferring gold purchases for 1 year mean for yellow metal investors?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to avoid buying gold for the next year, a notable appeal in a country where the metal is deeply tied to savings and tradition. The move is seen as an attempt to ease pressure on India’s foreign exchange reserves, as rising gold imports increase demand for U.S. dollars amid growing global uncertainty.
Gold, silver seen range-bound for second week amid US-Iran talks: Analysts
Gold and silver may remain range-bound for a second consecutive week as investors assess developments in US-Iran peace negotiations and global macroeconomic data, analysts said. Traders will track inflation data from China, Germany, and the United States, along with GDP numbers from the Eurozone and the UK, later this week, they added. "Gold prices momentum looks consolidative, while silver movement looks positive in the coming week as traders will focus again on the progress on peace talks between the US and Iran to end the war and markets are likely to react accordingly," Pranav Mer, Vice President, EBG - Commodity & Currency Research, JM Financial Services Ltd, said. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures gained Rs 1,178, or nearly 1 per cent over the past week, to settle at Rs 1.52 lakh per 10 grams. Silver climbed Rs 10,985, 4.4 per cent, to close at Rs 2.61 lakh per kg. "Gold traded with a positive undertone last week, posting gains of nearly 1 per cent on MCX ..
BSE wants more participation and products, not just a bigger market share, says CEO
Sundararaman Ramamurthy believes India’s mutual fund penetration remains low relative to the country’s population, leaving significant room for growth as financial awareness and retail participation continue to rise.
Exclusive | Jio BlackRock gets GIFT City nod; to launch commodity ETFs in 3 months, says Sid Swaminathan
Jio BlackRock Mutual Fund gets IFSCA nod to start GIFT City operations, eyes global access for Indian and foreign investors, plans commodity ETFs in gold and silver soon
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
Retail direct equity bets fall, MF holdings rise to new high
Individual investors reduced direct equity ownership for the third consecutive quarter, while mutual fund holdings reached a record high, driven by surging retail inflows. Foreign ownership hit a 14-year low amid a risk-off sentiment, contrasting with domestic institutional holdings climbing to an all-time peak.