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Gold Price: What Decides It in India & What to Watch (2026)

Understand what drives gold price in India in 2026—global spot rates, USD/INR, inflation, interest rates, import duties, and seasonal demand—plus a practical watchlist to spot trends. Learn how to invest smarter with OroPocket: start from ₹1 via UPI, store 24K gold securely, and earn free Bitcoin rewards on every purchase.

February 2, 2026 READ MORE
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What caused Gold and Silver prices to crash today – Feb 2, 2026

Gold and silver prices crashed on Feb 2, 2026 as a CME margin hike, a stronger US dollar, and aggressive profit-booking after record highs triggered forced liquidation across global bullion markets—spilling into MCX gold and silver lower circuits in India. This OroPocket guide breaks down the key causes from the last 24–36 hours, explains why silver fell harder than gold, and shows what Indian retail investors should do next—accumulate smarter with ₹1 digital gold/silver via UPI and earn free Bitcoin (Satoshi) cashback.

February 2, 2026 READ MORE
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Union Budget 2026 Key Takeaways and its impact on the market

Union Budget 2026-27 key takeaways explained with real market impact across stocks, F&O, bonds, INR and gold price trends. Learn what changed in taxes (STT, buybacks, revised return), how markets responded, and how OroPocket lets you start investing in digital gold/silver from ₹1 with UPI plus free Bitcoin rewards.

February 2, 2026 READ MORE
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What caused silver price to crash last week?

Silver prices crashed in the last week of Jan 2026 due to a hawkish Fed repricing after Kevin Warsh news, a stronger US dollar and rising yields, CME margin hikes triggering forced liquidations, stop-loss cascades, and a drop in China’s physical premium. This article explains the real drivers behind the global and India silver crash, what it means for digital silver prices and MCX-linked rates, and how Indian retail investors can invest smarter through disciplined micro-buying and volatility-proof strategies.

February 2, 2026 READ MORE
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What was announced in Budget 2026 for Gold and Silver by Indian Government?

Union Budget 2026 brought key updates for Indian gold and silver investors: customs duty cut to 5% and stricter SGB maturity tax exemption rules for original subscribers only. This guide explains what changed, what didn’t, and the impact on physical gold, digital gold, ETFs, mutual funds, and SGBs—plus a simple post-Budget strategy to invest smarter and beat inflation.

February 2, 2026 READ MORE
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Gold vs Silver Investing (2026): Which Metal Is the Better Inflation Hedge?

Compare gold vs silver investing in 2026 for Indian beginners: inflation hedge, volatility, liquidity, demand drivers, and performance. Learn practical allocation ideas, how to invest via physical, ETFs, or digital, mistakes to avoid, and why OroPocket helps you start from ₹1 with instant UPI and free Bitcoin (Satoshi) cashback on every purchase.

January 31, 2026 READ MORE
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Is Gold the Best Investment in 2026? Compare It With Stocks, FDs, Mutual Funds & Real Estate

Is gold the best investment in 2026? This detailed guide compares gold with stocks, mutual funds, FDs, and real estate on returns, risk, liquidity, inflation protection, and income. Learn the right role of gold in a diversified portfolio, smart allocation ranges for Indian investors, common mistakes to avoid, and how to invest digitally from ₹1 with instant UPI and Bitcoin rewards via OroPocket.

January 30, 2026 READ MORE
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What are the rules for buying gold in India?

Rules for buying gold in India (2026) made simple: KYC (PAN/Aadhaar), ₹2 lakh cash cap, BIS HUID hallmarking, GST on jewellery/coins/digital, CBDT gold holding limits, customs guidelines, and capital gains tax on physical gold, digital gold, ETFs and SGBs. Buy 24K digital gold via UPI on OroPocket and earn Bitcoin rewards.

January 22, 2026 READ MORE