INCOME TAX14 Sept 2026
Gold has delivered 23% returns since 2019: Why investors should factor in inflation when estimating future returns | Mint
Gold has jumped 23% a year since 2019, but it also sat flat for long stretches, like 2012 to 2019. So if you hold gold, don't bank on that recent run continuing. The FundsIndia report suggests long-term returns of inflation plus 2-4%, roughly 6.82% to 8.82% a year with August 2026 inflation at 4.82%. Plan your gold allocation around that calmer number.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Gold delivered 23% CAGR between 2019 and 31 August 2026, but it gave around 0% returns between 2012 and 2019.
- Gold was priced at ₹13,961 per gram on 31 August 2026, down from ₹15,292 per gram six months earlier.
- FundsIndia estimates gold has beaten inflation by around 5-6% over the long run, and suggests a conservative expectation of inflation plus 2-4 percentage points.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Review how much gold you hold and how long you plan to stay invested, and use the inflation-plus-2-4% range as a rough planning assumption instead of the recent 23% pace. Speak to your adviser before making any large buying or selling decision.
Statutory Disclaimer: TaxQue Shorts are AI-assisted editorial briefs for compliance awareness. This brief has not passed every source check; confirm the original notification before acting. This does not constitute formal legal or CA counsel.
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