Will Diwali bring shine in gold prices?
Live MintDiwali — the festival of light — announces the arrival of time, when Indian households indulge in purchasing gold as it signifies eternity and purity. As per the data, gold has delivered average annual returns of around 10 per cent in the last 41 years period in rupee terms. Strong economic data from the US, especially the robust job growth and rising US bond yields have been the other key factors pushing gold prices lower. From a long-term perspective, accumulating gold in a staggered way first around the ₹49,500 per 10 gm mark and adding more if prices edge lower towards ₹48,800 per 10 gm area seems to be a prudent strategy, while keeping an eye on the crucial ₹47,000 per 10 gm support area. From a medium-term perspective, gold looks to deliver decent returns and embark on an upwards trajectory towards ₹53,700 per 10 gm initially and then ₹55,500 per 10 gm in the long run.