Gold ETF Inflows Soar to Record ₹11,646 Crore in December Amid Safe-Haven Demand

• Gold ETFs recorded an all-time high net inflow of ₹11,646 crore in December, driven by safe-haven demand.
• The surge is attributed to elevated macroeconomic uncertainty and risk-off sentiment in financial markets.
• Himanshu Srivastava of Morningstar noted sustained investor demand for gold as a portfolio hedge and strong price momentum.
• Investors increasingly view gold ETFs as a regulated, liquid alternative to physical gold during market volatility.
• Rising domestic gold prices, digital investment platforms, and geopolitical tensions further fueled interest and inflows.

Why It Matters: Gold ETF inflows hit a record high in December, reflecting strong safe-haven demand amidst market uncertainty.