$5 trillion in gold? At record high prices, India's household gold could now be bigger than GDP
Published on: Dec. 29, 2025, 9:38 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
India's household gold reserves have surged past $5 trillion, exceeding the nation's GDP, as record gold prices reflect cultural significance and a safe-haven appeal. While central banks also fuel the rally, this vast, largely idle asset presents a policy challenge in unlocking its value for economic growth.
