In September 2025, investments in Gold ETFs quadrupled to reach ₹8,363 crore, marking the highest monthly investment to date. Rising gold prices, security, and diversification have fueled investor interest. Year-on-year, this investment has grown by 578 percent.
Gold ETF: Amidst rising gold prices and global instability, investments in Gold ETFs reached a record level in September 2025. Investors poured in ₹8,363 crore, a fourfold increase from just ₹2,000 crore in August. According to experts, investors have made gold their primary choice due to its safety and diversification benefits. As per data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), this represents a 578 percent year-on-year increase.
Comparison with August Investments
In August 2025, investments in Gold ETFs stood at approximately ₹2,000 crore. Anand Vardharajan, Chief Business Officer at Tata Asset Management, stated that precious metals, especially gold and silver, have performed well in recent months. He added that investors opted for Gold ETFs this time due to their security and diversification benefits. Similarly, b investor interest was also observed in multi-asset funds within the hybrid category.
Why Gold Prices Are Rising Rapidly
According to Nehal Meshram, Senior Analyst at Morningstar Investment Research India, investors have considered gold a safe investment option amidst global market risks, geopolitical tensions, and the strengthening US dollar. She explained that investors turned to Gold ETFs this time because they serve as a reliable store of value. Furthermore, investors found it safe to invest in gold even before policy reviews by major central banks.
According to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), only ₹1,232 crore was invested in Gold ETFs in September 2024. Year-on-year, this investment shows a 578 percent increase. Experts state that the main reasons behind this surge are investors' inclination towards safe investments and rising gold prices.
Status of Gold and Silver in the Bullion Market
In Delhi's bullion market, the price of 99.9 percent pure gold is hovering around ₹1.26 lakh per 10 grams. Silver prices have also seen a surge this year. Investors have strengthened their asset protection by investing in both gold and silver.
Benefits of Investing in Gold ETFs
Through Gold ETFs, investors can invest in gold without physically purchasing it. This investment helps diversify a portfolio and reduce risk. Experts state that when the stock market is volatile, safe investment options like Gold ETFs attract investors.
Investors are choosing Gold ETFs this time for security and long-term benefits. Additionally, Gold ETFs allow investors easy entry into and exit from the market. Mutual fund experts suggest that investors view gold as a stable and secure investment that protects their portfolios from uncertainties.
