Younger Indians Are Monetising Idle Gold Instead of Hoarding It

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A generational shift is changing how Indians view gold stored in home lockers. Younger Indians are increasingly treating inherited or idle jewellery as a financial asset rather than a family heirloom. Instead of preserving gold indefinitely, many are converting it into capital for practical goals. These goals include funding home purchases, education, business ventures, or investments. The trend reflects a broader move toward unlocking the latent financial value of gold holdings.

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