Gold ETFs See Record ₹8,363 Crore Inflows in Sept as Prices Cross ₹1 Lakh

This Dhanteras, investors are turning to gold ETFs instead of just buying jewellery. According to data from ICRA Analytics, inflows into Gold Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) surged to ₹8,363 crore in September 2025, a sharp rise from ₹1,233 crore a year ago — a jump of over 578%.

Gold ETF inflows have also grown at a CAGR of nearly 70% over the past 5 years, showing how strongly investors are shifting to paper gold as a safer and more convenient investment option.

Surge Driven by Global and Domestic Triggers

Domestic gold prices have crossed ₹1 lakh per 10 grams, boosting demand for gold-linked investments. Rising geopolitical tensions in Europe and the Middle East, increasing gold purchases by central banks, and expectations of interest rate cuts have all contributed to this surge.

Key Numbers at a Glance

• Net inflows: ₹8,363 crore in Sept 2025 vs ₹1,233 crore in Sept 2024
• AUM: ₹90,136 crore (up 126% YoY)
• Month-on-month inflows: Up 282% from ₹2,189 crore in Aug 2025
• Average one-year return: 50.97%
• Five-year CAGR: 16.93%

There are now 22 Gold ETFs in India, with four new launches in 2025, showing both rising investor interest and strong participation from fund houses.

Why Investors Are Choosing Gold ETFs

• Geopolitical Tensions: Heightened global risks are pushing demand for gold as a safe asset.
• Central Bank Buying: More gold reserves are strengthening confidence in the metal.
• Rupee Depreciation: A weaker rupee makes gold more valuable domestically.
• Festive Season: Dhanteras and Diwali are traditional periods of gold buying.
• Ease & Safety: No worries about purity, theft, or making charges, unlike physical gold.

Gold ETFs are traded like mutual funds and backed by physical gold stored in vaults, giving investors an easy and secure way to participate in the rally.

Conclusion

The sharp rise in gold ETF inflows reflects how Indian investors are moving towards gold ETFs and transparent investment options amid global uncertainties. As gold prices remain high and festive demand peaks, ETFs offer a modern and secure way to tap into the gold market. However, smart, phased investing remains the key to long-term gains.

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