Gold offers stability and cultural value, while Bitcoin provides high growth but with more risk. 2025 shows gold rising steadily, Bitcoin with volatility. Both serve different purposes in portfolios

Gold vs bitcoin: Which is the better investment in 2025?

India has accelarated the repatriation of its gold from abroad in recent years.
The country now holds about 65 percent of its gold reserves at home - an all-time high.

RBI Brings Home More Gold From Abroad | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

Shifting our focus to gold now, despite a significant pull back in gold prices after a record setting rally, there is still strong optimism surrounding the precious metal's future. At the london bullion market association conference in kyoto, experts forecasted gold prices to soar to nearly 5,000 dollars an ounce by this time next year

Gold Outlook Remains Bright Despite Pullback | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

Gold & Silver extended their losses on Thursday after turning volatile in the previous session​.
Earlier this week, both the precious metals suffered their biggest rout in over 12 years.
Now, the concern is that the historic rally in gold & silver had run too far, too fast.
Stocks also struggled for direction as a raft of earnings reports provided a mixed picture of corporate profitability.

Gold Extends Losses After a Volatile Session

Gold prices in India soar to ₹1,34,800 per 10 grams ahead of Dhanteras 2025, with experts warning of a global market crisis amid economic uncertainty.

Amid Dhanteras gold prices skyrocket, economist warn of 'something big'

The G20’s financial stability board has warned of 'significant gaps' in global crypto regulation.
While risks are limited for now, the rapid surge of bitcoin, ethereum, and stablecoins has experts calling for stronger rules and global coordination.
What does this mean for investors, and why should regulators be worried?

G20 Sounds Alarm on Cryptocurrencies

There is a twist in the tale of festive buying this year.
Gold has always been the traditional favourite in indian homes.
But this season, including the danteras buying, a shining challenger is stealing some of the spotlight: silver.
With gold prices soaring to record highs, silver is quietly, but powerfully, stepping up, both as an investment and a festive buy option.
So, is silver becoming the new gold for many indian buyers this season? Our special report breaks it down. Take a look.

Is Silver the New Gold for Indians This Festive Season?

Silver isn’t just for jewellery anymore — it’s turning into one of the hottest investment stories of the decade. According to a new report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFSL), titled “Silver 2030 – The Unprecedented Rise,” the metal is in the middle of a long-term bull run that could take prices to $75–77 per ounce by 2027, up from around $51 currently — a nearly 50% jump.

Gold vs Silver: Silver Prices Have Surged Faster Than Gold This Year

In a major development, accused Unnikrishnan Potty, in the Sabarimala gold theft case, has been remanded to the custody of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) till October 30.


Sabarimala Gold Theft Case: Accused Unnikrishnan Potti Arrested 

Buying gold on Dhanteras is a tradition rooted deeply in culture. Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali and the worship of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari. Buying gold on this day symbolises health, protection, and prosperity. 

Dhanteras 2025: 5 cultural beliefs that keep gold at the heart of prosperity

Gold buying on Dhanteras is about more than money. It connects us to history, offers emotional comfort, and acts as a shield against uncertainty. Let’s know the deeper reasons behind this secure tradition.


Dhanteras 2025: 5 psychological reasons buying gold makes us feel secure

Buying gold during Dhanteras is traditional, but you don’t always need to buy jewellery or coins. With gold prices reaching new highs, investors are now exploring safer and more flexible ways to invest in gold. Let’s look at 6 ways to invest in gold smartly this festive season.

Dhanteras 2025: 6 smart ways to invest in gold beyond jewellery and coins

Learn how to verify gold purity using hallmarks, stamps, and other trusted methods to ensure your gold is authentic and valuable.


Explainer: How to verify gold purity? 

Comparison between Gold and Bitcoin as investment options, analyzing their performance, volatility, and potential returns to help investors decide which asset shines brighter in today’s market.


Explainer: Gold vs Bitcoin, which shines brighter for investors? 

 In a major economic update... New data from morgan stanley reveals that indian households now own gold worth a staggering 3.8 trillion dollars.
This represents nearly 88 percent of india’s gdp.
So what is driving this gold rush and how it’s impacting the economy?

Indian households hold $3.8 trillion in gold | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

If you have taken a home loan in the last few years, you would have probably noticed your EMI statements creeping up. And that’s not your imagination...Interest rates have been rising, and for borrowers, that means your cost of borrowing goes up too. But why does your EMI change every time the RBI hikes rates? And what can you do to manage the impact? Let’s break it down.

AI Comes To Financial Rescue, Builds Discipline?

Gold is on a record-breaking run, while the US Dollar continues to slide. What’s driving this trend, and what does it mean for investors and the global economy? Take a look at this next report for more.

Investors Buy Gold To Hedge Against Dollar Decline 

Are you shocked by your rising home loan EMI every few months? You're not alone. In this video, we break down the key reasons why EMIs are increasing — from floating interest rates and repo rate hikes to hidden bank charges and loan tenure extensions. Learn how you can manage your EMIs better and avoid common financial traps in 2025. Must-watch for every homeowner or buyer!

Money Matters: Why Your Home Loan EMI Keeps Increasing

Gold remains the ultimate reserve for global powers. Nations like the U.S., Germany, and Russia hold thousands of tonnes of gold. These gold hoards protect economies during crises and influence currency values and international politics. 

5 countries hoarding the most gold and why it matters

Gold has smashed through the $4,000 mark for the first time ever. The prices rose past 1.22 lakh rupees per 10 grams on the multi commodity exchange. Silver too has surged to its all-time high at almost $49 per ounce. Watch to know more on this!


Global Turmoil Turns Gold Into World’s Refuge

India continues to see strong demand for gold and silver as festive and wedding seasons boost buying trends. With global prices surging, precious metals are once again in the spotlight. In this video, we explore what's driving gold's rally, silver's performance, and what analysts say about future trends.

 Impact Of Gold's Record Rally In 2025

Gold is making waves globally for its outperformance.
The yellow metal is up close to 50 percent in 2025. But is it a good time to buy gold, especially given the festive demand?
And...Is gold really risk-free?
That's excatly what we decode in this next report....Take a look...//

 Tracking Gold's Glittering Rally

The United States’ gold reserves have officially crossed the $1 trillion mark in market value for the first time, propelled by a 45% surge in gold prices this year to a record $3,824.50 per ounce as of September 29, 2025. This milestone—more than 90 times the official book value of $11 billion—highlights the Treasury’s 8,133 tonnes of bullion (261.5 million ounces) stored primarily at Fort Knox and other vaults, making it the world’s largest official gold holding. The rally, fueled by trade tensions, geopolitical risks, and Fed rate cuts, has sparked discussions on revaluing reserves to unlock nearly $990 billion for the federal budget deficit.


US Gold Reserves Exceeds $1 Trillion in Market Value 

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