Gold prices in India have risen dramatically over the last year. As of September 25, 2025, the price of 24-karat gold is Rs. 11,679 per gram, or Rs. 1,16,790 per 10 grams. This shows an increase of 51.81 percent in one year.

The returns on the equity markets, in contrast, have been negative. This year, the Sensex has declined by 4.25 percent, while the Nifty 50 index has fallen by 3.86 percent. This difference shows that gold gave better returns than stocks during this time.

Factors Driving Gold Prices Higher

Geopolitical Tensions : In this year, the U.S. imposed a 50 percent tariff on Indian exports and raised H-1B visa fees, affecting various sectors and businesses. This created economic uncertainty and caused equity markets to fall. As a result, investors moved towards gold as a saf

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