Record investment in gold ETF
New Delhi. According to World Gold Council data, India's gold exchange-traded funds (Gold ETFs) saw a net inflow of $2.49 billion (about Rs 22539 crore) in January 2026, which is 98 percent more than the $1.25 billion recorded in December. This inflow marks the eighth consecutive month of increase in gold ETFs. Let us tell you that except March and May, net inflow was recorded in Gold ETF in every month of the year 2025.
What was the total inflow in 2025?
According to the data, the total inflow in the year 2025 was $ 4.68 billion, which was 262 percent more than $ 1.29 billion in 2024. In comparison, India's gold ETF had inflows of about $310 million in 2023 and $33 million in 2022.
How was the trend across the world?
Globally, investors continued to increase their investments in physically backed gold exchange-traded funds at the beginning of the year. In January, global gold ETFs saw inflows of $19 billion, the highest monthly inflows ever. Net buying during January, coupled with a 14 percent rise in gold prices, increased global gold ETF assets under management to a record $669 billion, an increase of 20 percent over the month. Total global holdings rose 120 tonnes to 4,145 tonnes, an all-time high.
Heavy shopping took place in Asia also
Asian gold ETFs saw inflows of $10 billion in January, which was much higher than the monthly average for 2025 and an increase for the fifth consecutive month. This was the strongest monthly inflow for the sector so far.
Why record investment in gold ETF?
There are many reasons behind the record investment in gold ETFs during January. These include factors like rising prices, increased geopolitical tensions in Iran, Greenland and parts of Europe. The Federal Reserve, however, kept interest rates unchanged and maintained a cautious stance on future policy decisions, citing rising economic activity.
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