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India Gold Demand

India is the other dominant gold-consuming market. Demand patterns concentrate around festivals, wedding season, and household saving rather than investment.

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Festival and wedding cycle

Dhanteras, Diwali, Akshaya Tritiya, and wedding season concentrate Indian gold buying in specific weeks. Demand spikes can move local premiums sharply.

Import duty effects

Indian gold import duties create persistent grey-market flows. Official import data often understates real demand. Premiums versus international spot help estimate the gap.

Household savings role

Indian households hold an estimated 20,000+ tonnes of gold, mostly in jewelry. Monetization schemes have made limited inroads against this preference.

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