Gold prices recently surged to a new lifetime high, driven by uncertainty surrounding US presidential elections and declining job numbers, despite reports of weak demand from China. The metal has been on a bullish trend, supported by escalating geopolitical tensions, US Federal Reserve rate cuts, a weak global growth outlook, and strong demand from central banks. In India, gold prices have doubled over the past five years, with a notable increase of over 24 percent this year.
SIFs gain investor traction with over Rs 38,000 crore in assets. Should investors add them to their portfolios this Diwali?
India’s Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) crossed Rs 38,000 crore in assets in September 2026, offering flexible long-short and derivatives-based strategies. While experts see growth potential,