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Gold buying on Dhanteras: What can you buy if not gold?

Gold buying on Dhanteras: What can you buy if not gold?

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On 6 November, retail rates for 24‑karat and 22‑karat gold and 999 silver were reported for Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata, with market updates from the MCX. The same day, a rise in gold prices was reported to be affecting Dhanteras sales, with 22‑carat gold quoted at ₹1,31,500 for 10 grams. Earlier coverage noted that a previous fall in gold prices had boosted Dhanteras sales, but current figures show a price increase.

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  • left · 2 outlets

    India's gold jewellery demand fell 20 per cent in volume terms in the September quarter, while its value rose 16 per cent year-on-year.

    — The Federal

  • center · 5 outlets

    Kashmir, Observer, Jammu, Srinagar, Latest Kashmir News, Kashmir News, Kashmir Latest News Gold prices in the national capital declined by Rs 2,500 to Rs 1.46 lakh per 10 grams on Friday amid weak spot demand on Dhanteras, with elevated rates keeping buyers cautious. The post Gold Prices Fall Rs…

    — Kashmir Observer

  • right · 4 outlets

    Dhanteras 2026 falls today on 6 November. Check the latest 22K and 24K gold rates, silver prices and auspicious shopping muhurat in Kochi and Thrissur, including Pradosh Kaal timings and important buying tips for Kerala households.

    — Livemint

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Fundamentally, what needs to be understood is that investors should first assess whether they require gold in their portfolio before investing in it. Although gold has outperformed equities recently, it has also corrected by around 22% from its January 2026 highs. What are the factors to consider…

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The Times of India Center Bennett, Coleman & Co. Current article

Gold buying on Dhanteras: What can you buy if not gold?

Fundamentally, what needs to be understood is that investors should first assess whether they require gold in their portfolio before investing in it. Although gold has outperformed equities recently, it has also corrected by around 22% from its January 2026 highs. What are the factors to consider…

The Tribune Center The Tribune Trust

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India TV Right Independent News Service

Gold falls by Rs 2,200 on MCX, silver drops to Rs 1.82 lakh per kg on Dhanteras | Check city-wise rates

Rates of precious metals in futures opened lower on Friday, November 06, 2026, mirroring the global fall. The gold December 4 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened down Rs 1,934, or 1.34 per cent, to Rs 1,42,161 per 10 grams, down from the previous close of Rs 1,44,095. It fell…

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