Indians traditionally hold gold as jewellery and a store of wealth, but it often sits idle. Gold leasing offers a way to earn returns by lending your gold, similar to earning rent. While government schemes provide a regulated framework, private platforms operate with fewer protections. Investors must weigh potential returns against significant risks like counterparty default and lack of insurance, making due diligence crucial before leasing.

Indians traditionally hold gold as jewellery and a store of wealth, but it often sits idle. Gold leasing offers a way to earn returns by lending your gold, similar to earning…

The government is exploring a revamped Gold Monetisation Scheme, aiming to involve jewellers for the first time to tap into the vast amount of household gold. This initiative…

India holds an estimated $5 trillion worth of gold in households and temples, yet continues to spend billions importing more every year. As pressure on the rupee and trade deficit…