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Akshaya Tritiya 2026 gold and silver trade to cross Rs 20000 crore despite record prices
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
People are buying less weight but spending more overall
Akshaya Tritiya 2026 is projected to drive record precious-metal buying in India, with gold and silver trade expected to surpass Rs 20,000 crore even as prices hit new highs and volumes soften. Shoppers are shifting toward lightweight jewellery, silver, and diamond items, while digital gold and bonds gain momentum—signaling value-led, financially cautious consumption.
- Akshaya Tritiya 2026 trade expected to exceed Rs 20,000 crore
- Gold and silver sales rise despite record price levels
- Lightweight jewellery and silver/diamond products gain preference
- Digital gold and bonds are increasingly chosen by consumers
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