Indian ETFs logged a record FY26 with net inflows exceeding Rs 1.8 lakh crore, led by commodity funds. Gold and silver attracted more investor money than equity ETFs, accounting for over half of total ETF inflows. Market watchers say this signals a clear shift in investor behavior toward diversification and metal-linked exposure through the ETF route.
Bitcoin’s “digital gold” pitch is losing traction as traders shift toward precious metals. Gold and silver funds pulled in strong inflows, but Bitcoin-linked funds saw withdrawals. In response, crypto-native platforms are expanding commodity perps, betting investors want both hedges and speculative exposure amid dollar weakness and macro uncertainty.
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India’s real estate market recorded 32 deals worth $763 million in Q1 2026, with volumes rising even as total deal value fell. Investors are gravitating toward mid-sized, income-generating commercial assets such as offices and retail. Domestic investors and private equity are driving activity, signaling a more mature market focused on yield and asset quality rather than sheer pricing.
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