New Metal On The Block

Precious metals like gold and silver hold financial and emotional value for most Indians. However, buying, holding and selling them has become increasingly difficult. So, when paper gold in the form of Gold ETFs was launched, it was an effective way of transacting in the yellow metal without the trouble that comes with physical gold. Following in the same footsteps, we now have the soon-to-be launched Silver ETFs. Moreover, bullion is considered a hedge against inflation and acts as insurance during adverse economic situations. The Form Factor   Thanks to innovations in the financial sector, you can invest in various forms of gold and silver. One of the ways to invest in gold is through Gold ETFs, but Silver ETFs are not yet available in India. That may change soon. In September 2021, the capital markets regulator, Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), allowed the launch...