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Gold ETFs attract ₹3,300 crore in Oct as investors go on a buying spree ahead of Diwali

Gold ETFs attract ₹3,300 crore in Oct as investors go on a buying spree ahead of Diwali

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On 4 November, gold and silver prices fell across India ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali 2026, according to Livemint, which noted declines in the retail rates of 24‑karat, 22‑karat gold and 999 fine silver in major cities. In contrast, DT Next reported that Chennai’s gold price rose on 5 November, with the sovereign increasing by Rs 2,280 to Rs 1,07,080 and the per‑gram price reaching Rs 13,385 after a Rs 285 rise; the previous day, 4 November, the price was Rs 1,04,800 per sovereign. No specific silver figures were provided.

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    Gold and silver prices jump as US midterm results weaken the dollar and Treasury yields, while investors assess the outlook for precious metals.

    — Hindustan Times

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    Gold and silver prices declined in India on 4 November, ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali 2026. Check the latest retail rates of 24K, 22K gold and 999 fine silver across major cities, along with domestic and international market trends.

    — Livemint

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Assets under management of gold ETFs increased steadily from ₹1.58 lakh crore in April to around ₹1.91 lakh crore in October, reflecting growing investor interest in the category

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Gold ETFs attract ₹3,300 crore in Oct as investors go on a buying spree ahead of Diwali

Assets under management of gold ETFs increased steadily from ₹1.58 lakh crore in April to around ₹1.91 lakh crore in October, reflecting growing investor interest in the category

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