Many people wonder where to put their money for the best returns. Some choose physical gold, seeing it as a safe bet when times are tough or prices are rising. Others prefer investing in the stock market, like the Nifty 50, hoping to benefit from India's biggest companies. Both have their upsides, but how do they compare over the last decade?
Gold is often called a "foul-weather friend." This means it tends to do well when other investments, like stocks, are struggling, or when inflation (rising prices) makes your money worth less. In recent years, global uncertainties have made gold's value go up, reinforcing its role as a stable asset.
On the other hand, investing in stocks has helped many people become rich. It has given ordinary people a chance to invest in and profit from India's top businesses. The Nifty 50 represents the 50 largest companies in India based on their market value. It's often seen as a way to benefit from India's overall economic growth.
Let's look at the numbers for the past 10 years to see which would have given you a better return if you had invested ₹2 lakh.
Ten years ago, 10 grams of gold cost ₹26,343.50. Today, that same amount of gold is worth ₹96,360.
If you had invested ₹2 lakh in gold 10 years ago, you would have bought about 75.92 grams of gold.
Today, that gold would be worth about ₹7,31,399.20. This shows a significant increase in value.
The Nifty 50 has given an average yearly return of 13.18% over the last 10 years.
If you had invested ₹2 lakh in the Nifty 50 index 10 years ago, with an average return of 13.18% per year, your investment would have grown to about ₹6,94,868.
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Both gold and the Nifty 50 have delivered strong returns over the past 10 years, though in different ways. Choosing between gold and stocks depends on your goals and comfort with risk. Gold offers safety during tough times, while stocks can bring higher returns over the long term. A balanced approach, investing in both, may help you grow and protect your money.
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.
Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing.
Published on: Jul 9, 2025, 3:56 PM IST
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