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.
FPI outflows at Rs 1 lakh crore in 2025 so far; Rs 555 crore pulled out in July alone
Foreign Portfolio Investors have exhibited a selling trend in Indian equities, with outflows of Rs 555 crore in July, marking a reversal after three months
July 12, 2025