Gold has long been viewed as a reliable hedge by investors, traditionally seen as a safer asset due to its consistent price appreciation over the years. When it comes to investing in gold, there are various avenues available, ranging from physical gold to gold bonds, gold mutual funds, and gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the top-performing Gold ETFs in India for May 2025 based on 5Y CAGR.
Name | Market Cap (₹ Crore) | 5Y CAGR (%) |
SBI Gold ETF | 2,644.09 | 15.00 |
HDFC Gold Exchange Traded Fund | 1,906.09 | 14.80 |
ICICI Prudential Gold ETF | 1,905.05 | 14.78 |
Nippon India ETF Gold BeES | 5,168.88 | 14.63 |
Kotak Gold ETF | 1,984.14 | 14.60 |
Note: The Gold ETFs mentioned above have been selected and sorted based on 5y CAGR as of May 8, 2025
SBI Gold ETF aims to track the price of gold and invest in gold and gold-related instruments. This ETF is suitable for investors who would like to invest in Gold but don’t like the hassles and costs of storing
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The HDFC Gold ETF aims to generate returns that are in line with the performance of gold, subject to tracking errors.
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ICICI Prudential Gold ETF aims to provide investment returns that track the performance of domestic prices of Gold derived from the LBMA AM fixing prices.
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Gold ETFs offer an accessible and budget-friendly method for investing in gold. Still, as with all investments, it’s crucial to be aware of possible risks, including price fluctuations, liquidity challenges, and discrepancies between the ETF’s performance and the price of physical gold.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
Mutual Fund investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.
Published on: May 8, 2025, 4:26 PM IST
Sachin Gupta
Sachin Gupta is a Content Writer with 6+ years of experience in the stock market, including global markets like the US, Canada, and Australia. At Angel One, Sachin specialises in creating financial content that simplifies complex market trends. Sachin holds a Master's in Commerce, specialising in Economics.
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