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News18
17-07-2025
- Business
- News18
Silver Soars 32% In 2025: ETFs See Record Inflows Amid 13-Year High, Time To Buy?
Silver surged 32% in 2025, hitting $38 per ounce due to industrial demand, supply deficits, and investor interest. Silver ETFs demand surge in recent times. Silver ETFs: Silver has turned out to be one of 2025's most exciting stories in the commodities space, jumping over 32% this year and crossing $38 per ounce—levels not seen since 2011. Behind this rally is a powerful mix of industrial demand, tightening global supply, and investor appetite, which is also driving a surge in silver-focused Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). Indian retail investors are increasingly joining this global wave through simplified access on platforms. 'This isn't just a commodity cycle—it's a structural shift," says Subho Moulik, CEO & Founder of Appreciate. 'Over 50% of silver demand now comes from solar panels and electronics. Pair that with five consecutive years of supply deficits, and you get sustainable price momentum. Silver is uniquely placed as both an industrial metal and a safe-haven asset, making it a rare dual-purpose investment." US-listed silver ETFs like SLV and SIVR have rallied 28% YTD, while silver mining ETFs such as SIL and SILJ have jumped over 50%. Indian investors can now access these global instruments directly, with minimal barriers. He adds, 'In INR terms, silver has strong support around Rs 1,09,450. If global momentum continues, Rs 1,13,000 isn't far." Analysts believe silver's role in clean energy—especially solar installations, EVs, and 5G—will only grow. With that, silver is increasingly moving from being a tactical trade to a strategic portfolio allocation, especially through ETFs that offer direct, cost-effective exposure. Aksha Kamboj, VP at India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA) and Executive Chairperson of Aspect Global Ventures, echoes the view. 'Silver has reached a milestone today, breaching Rs 1,12,000 per kg. The record points to increasing demand from the industry and investors. The Rs 1.12 lakh benchmark is not just a number—it reflects silver's growing appeal in a tech-driven, sustainable economy," she says. 'Long-term investors can consider staggered entries or SIPs in silver ETFs." view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
05-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Gold prices today in your city: Check prices in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, New Delhi and Kolkata on May 5
Gold prices in your city, May 5: Gold is the safe haven investment of choice, and as such markets experts feel that it should have a place in your portfolio. Tracking gold price trends over the past year — the yellow metal has jumped 30 per cent year-on-year, and returned 15 per cent CAGR since 2001. In fact, historical data shows that since 1995, gold has beaten inflation by over 2-4 per cent. Last month, on April 22, gold prices also touched ₹ 1 lakh per 10 grams, before slipping on global ease of worries over Donald Trump's tariffs. Yogesh Kansal, co-founder and CBO of Appreciate told Mint that he suggests 5-15 per cent of an investor's portfolio be gold, another 5-15 per cent in short-term bonds, and the rest in a mix of Indian and international stocks. So, if you are looking to invest in gold on May 5, check here for the rates for gold and silver in Delhi Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. On May 5, the MCX gold index was ₹ 92,700 per 10 gm, up ₹ 61/10 gms, the official website showed. Meanwhile, MCX Silver prices slumped by ₹ 138/kg, to ₹ 93,151/kg, it showed. Further, 24-carat gold was priced at ₹ 93,000/10 gm, according to data on the Indian Bullion Association (IBA) at 8 am on May 5. Further, 22-carat gold was priced at ₹ 85,250/10 gms. And, silver prices today are at ₹ 94,140/kg (Silver 999 Fine), as per the IBA website. As we begin a new month, take a look at how much gold and silver cost in your city today. Check here for prices of the precious metals in your city on May 5 — Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Disclaimer: The views and recommendations made above are those of individual analysts or broking companies, and not of Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before making any investment decisions. First Published: 5 May 2025, 08:11 AM IST
Mint
04-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Gold vs Equities: What should be your portfolio diversification strategy? Experts weigh in
Gold price today: Gold has remained significantly volatile in 2025, posting over 30 per cent gains since last year. On April 22, Gold prices touched peak of ₹ 1 lakh per 10 grams. Historically, Gold has posted a 15 per cent CAGR return since 2001. Gold return has also beat the Inflation and has outperform inflation more than 2% to 4% from 1995 onwards, say experts. According to Manoj Kumar Arora, Managing Director at Almondz Global, Gold prices are expected to remain elevated with continuous buying from central banks on concerns of geopolitical tensions, tariff threats, inflation concerns in US. 'We believe Tariff-driven recession and stagflation risks are forecasted to continue for gold's structural bull run. We keep our positive stance on Gold with strong central banks' purchases and demand stemming from falling Treasury yields that will push gold prices to continue to be one of the best-performing assets in 2025,' Arora said. Experts believe that Gold has always acted as a safe option in times of economic uncertainty, however, putting all your money into gold and ignoring stocks would not be wise. Yogesh Kansal, Co-founder and Chief Business Officer, Appreciate suggest keeping about 5–15% of your portfolio in gold, a similar amount in short-term bonds, and the rest in a mix of Indian and international stocks. 'This year, stock markets have struggled with rising inflation and renewed trade tensions between the U.S. and China. To invest in gold, Nippon India ETF Gold BeES and SBI Gold ETF are large Gold ETFs that give the benefit of price appreciation without the downsides of physical gold. Also, Kotak and ICICI Prudential offer lower-cost alternatives with expense ratios of 0.55% and 0.5%, respectively. Besides Indian and U.S. stocks, looking at European companies like defense firms, chipmaker ASML, and pharma leader Novo Nordisk can add strength to your investments,' Kansal said. Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes only. The views and recommendations above are those of individual analysts or broking companies, not Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before making any investment decisions. First Published: 4 May 2025, 02:22 PM IST
