Gold Prices Surge 60% Since Last Akshaya Tritiya: Is Now the Time to Invest?
Gold prices surge ~60% since last Akshaya Tritiya: Should you buy the yellow metal for another year of strong gains?
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Gold prices in India have surged 60% since last Akshaya Tritiya in April 2025, currently standing at around ₹150,000. Analysts suggest a cautious approach to buying gold, recommending staggered purchases instead of lump-sum investments as geopolitical tensions and central bank activities continue to influence the market.
- 01Gold prices have increased 60% since last Akshaya Tritiya.
- 02Current prices are around ₹150,000, down 16% from January's highs.
- 03Analysts recommend staggered buying rather than lump-sum investments.
- 04Demand remains strong but cautious ahead of the festival.
- 05Geopolitical tensions and central bank purchases may support gold prices.
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Gold prices in India have experienced a remarkable increase of 60% since the last Akshaya Tritiya festival in April 2025, reaching around ₹150,000 per 10 grams. After peaking above ₹180,000 in January 2026, prices have seen a 16% decline as investors took profits amid inflation concerns and rising crude oil prices. Despite this pullback, analysts believe that gold remains a solid asset to hold due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and central bank buying. However, they advise against aggressive lump-sum purchases, suggesting that investors consider staggered buying strategies to mitigate risks. The demand for gold ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, which falls on April 19, remains firm, although high prices have tempered aggressive buying from retail consumers. Analysts predict that while the pace of price increases may slow, the long-term outlook for gold remains positive, especially in uncertain global conditions.
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The fluctuations in gold prices directly affect Indian consumers and investors, influencing decisions on purchases and investments during the festival season.
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