Gold is generally considered a safe investment during economic and political uncertainties. Last year, when the global economic situation became dire due to the Covid-19 pandemic, investors rushed into the safety of gold which saw prices rise to multi-year highs. An all-time low Indian rupee and a hike in custom duty on gold have kept domestic prices somewhat in check from a steeper fall.
100% FDI to deepen insurance penetration, not disrupt top players: Nitin Raheja
The government’s 100% FDI in insurance is expected to boost sector penetration rather than disrupt established players, according to Nitin Raheja. While smaller insurers may
December 15, 2025