Record Investment of Rs 1.80 Lakh Crore in ETFs Last Financial Year Mumbai: During the financial year 2026, India witnessed a record investment of Rs 1.80 lakh crore in exchange-traded funds (ETFs), marking the highest-ever inflow in any financial year. This surpasses the previous record of Rs 83,390 crore recorded in 2022. A research report highlighted that over 55% of the total inflows into ETFs during the period were directed towards gold ETFs, reflecting a surge in investor interest in these instruments amid global uncertainties. The report noted that gold ETFs attracted more inflows compared to equity ETFs, with a total of Rs 99,280 crore flowing into gold ETFs, accounting for 55% of the overall ETF inflows. In contrast, equity ETFs saw Rs 77,000 crore in investments, representing 43% of the total. The asset under management (AUM) for gold ETFs grew significantly, increasing from Rs 59,000 crore in March 2025 to Rs 1.71 lakh crore over the next year, a 190% rise. The surge in gold ETF investments was attributed to rising gold prices and increased investor participation. The report also highlighted that silver ETFs attracted Rs 30,000 crore, while gold ETFs saw Rs 68,868 crore in inflows. The global market uncertainties prompted investors to seek safer assets, leading to higher inflows into gold and silver ETFs. Tax benefits further fueled the growth of gold and silver ETF investments. These funds offer a 12.5% long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax advantage after 12 months, compared to physical gold, which requires a 24-month holding period. The liquidity of ETFs also improved significantly, with the average daily turnover rising from Rs 237 crore in FY21 to Rs 4,200 crore between April 2025 and February 2026, a 18-fold increase.#mumbai #exchange_traded_funds #gold_etf #silver_etf #commodity_etf
