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Muthoot Exim CEO Keor Shah has debuted some of the most common myths around gold investment – and explains why gold is still worthy of a place in your portfolio.
Myth 1: Gold is only for the time of crisis
Many believe that gold only performs well during the economic turmoil. Although it is true that gold shines during indefinite time, Kuer Shah, CEO of Muthoot Exim, states that it is also an important component of a balanced portfolio.
“Historically, gold has proved flexible and can be used for stability and inflation protection,” they say.
Gold acts as a cushion, when the stock markets help to protect the money even when there is ups and downs in the stock markets.
Myth 2: All gold investment is the same
It is far from the truth. Investors can choose from physical gold (bar, coins, jewelry), digital gold, gold ETF, mutual funds and gold stocks.
“Each has their own professionals and opposition,” Shah says. “Physical gold gives you direct ownership, but also requires proper storage. On the other hand, gold ETFs and digital gold facilities and offer ease in trading.”
Smart investors often mix these options based on their goals.
Myth 3: Gold prices are very unstable
Gold prices
Go ahead, but not as wild as many think.
“Although gold prices ups and downs, they are less unstable than other assets such as stocks,” Shah clarifies.
“Gold has a long record of holding its value and a stable upward is shown over time.”
This makes it a reliable option for long -term wealth conservation.
Myth 4: Gold is old -fashioned
It is common to hear that gold is old. However, recent trends are proved otherwise.
“With increasing instability and rising inflation in international markets, gold continues to invest on time and compelling,” Shah says.
“In fact, Sona improved many asset classes in 2024.”
Modern investment vehicles such as digital gold and gold mutual funds have made it even more relevant to young investors.
Myth 5: Gold investment is only for the rich
“The truth is, even small investors can benefit from gold,” Shah says.
“Options such as Gold ETF and mutual funds make it easy to start investing in small quantities.”
The days have come when you needed to buy heavy jewelery to sleep.
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