Gold Investment: Despite the ongoing fluctuations in gold prices, it is close to its all-time high. Gold continues to shine as a safe investment asset and so far this year it has given returns of about 70 percent in the Indian market. On MCX, the price of gold has increased by about 7.5% in the last one month, from Rs 1,19,289 per 10 grams on November 5 this year to Rs 1,28,221 per 10 grams on December 5. Similarly, gold prices have increased by 70% in the last 1 year, 105% in the last 2 years and 139% in the last 3 years. That is, for those who had invested Rs 1 lakh in gold 3 years ago, the value of their Rs 1 lakh gold has now increased to approximately Rs 2.39 lakh.
Gold prices may rise by up to 16 percent in 2026
Experts say that if global conditions and the rupee-dollar rate remain almost the same or the rupee weakens, the price of gold may further rise by 5 percent to 16 percent per 10 grams in 2026. According to the data of Delhi Bullion Association, the price of 10 grams of gold in Delhi on January 1 this year was Rs 79,390, which increased to Rs 1,32,900 per 10 grams on Friday, December 5. The main reasons for the rise in gold prices are the continuous increase in demand for safe investments, geopolitical tensions and the expectation of the world’s major central banks reducing interest rates. Apart from this, falling value of rupee against dollar is also boosting gold prices.
Invest in gold now or not
Regarding investment in gold, experts say that gold prices are currently close to record highs, hence it is very important to think carefully before making new investments. Regarding investment in gold in the current situation, Thomas Stephen, director of Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers, said, “The current conditions are favorable for investment in gold. Especially for those who want diversification in their investments and protection from inflation and global uncertainties. However, investing in gold should be seen as a hedge against risk and not as the sole investment option. About 5 to 10 percent of the total investment should be invested in precious metals (gold and silver). Investment in gold and silver should be based on risk.
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