Gold ETF AUM Jumps 94% YoY, Silver ETF Inflows Hit ₹1,759 Crore in August

Gold and silver ETFs saw strong demand in August. Gold ETFs attracted ₹2,190 crore, their highest inflows in 7 months, while silver ETFs recorded ₹1,759 crore, their best since May.

Rising Assets Under Management (AUM)

According to AMFI, gold ETF assets almost doubled in 1 year, climbing from ₹37,390 crore in August 2024 to ₹72,496 crore in August 2025, a 93.9% rise. Silver ETFs also grew sharply, with AUM rising from ₹22,963 crore in July to ₹26,294 crore in August. Passive AUM overall increased by 11.5% year-on-year to ₹12.5 lakh crore.

Price Rally Boosts Flows

On the MCX, gold gained 5% in August, hitting a high of ₹1,01,967 per 10 grams. Silver surged nearly 9% to ₹1,17,468 per kg. Year-on-year, gold prices rose 35–40% and silver 40–45%, keeping both near record highs.

Factors Driving Demand

Gold is a shield against inflation, currency risks, and global uncertainty. Silver demand is supported by both its safe-haven appeal and industrial use in solar panels, EVs, and 5G equipment. Imports of over 3,000 tonnes of silver in H1 2025 also boosted sentiment.

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Leading ETFs

• Gold: Nippon India Gold BeES (₹23,832 crore AUM, 51% one-year return) leads, followed by HDFC, SBI, and ICICI Gold ETFs.
• Silver: Nippon India Silver ETF tops with ₹9,099 crore AUM and 50.8% return, followed by ICICI and HDFC Silver ETFs.

Conclusion

Gold and silver ETFs are once again proving their value as both protective and growth-oriented investments. With record prices, strong inflows, and rising AUM, these funds are set to remain a preferred choice for investors seeking safety, diversification, and long-term wealth creation.

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