.png){kind=spacer}
Gold is not just a shiny metal; it's like a treasure that can make your money grow. Among various ways like- Physical Gold, Gold ETF, Gold mutual funds, etc. One cool way to invest in gold is by buying something called 'Sovereign Gold Bonds' or SGB.
What's a Sovereign Gold Bond?
Imagine the government saying, "Hey, we have gold, and you can own a piece of it", that's what a Sovereign Gold Bond is. It's like a special paper that says you own some gold.
Why do people like it?
Safety in Value - Gold is considered a "safe-haven" investment. This means that even if other things lose value, gold often keeps its worth.
Protection from Inflation - When prices of everyday things go up (inflation), the value of gold usually goes up too, so it helps protect your buying power.
Diversification - Diversifying means not putting all your eggs in one basket. Having some gold in your investment mix can be a good idea to spread risk.
Double fun - Gold and Interest.
When you buy these bonds, you don't just own gold; the government also gives you a little extra money (interest- 2.5 percent) for keeping the bond.
No worries about safety-
Since the government is involved, it's a safe way to own gold without worrying about keeping it safe at home.
Tax Benefits - SGB also provides tax benefits.
How can you invest in these Bonds?
You can buy these bonds during specific times when the government issues these bonds, through Banks or through online channels. You just need online banking to buy SGBs.
You can also buy these bonds anytime from the secondary market.
How Long You Should Park Your Money in Gold Bond?
You need to keep the bond for a few years. After that, you can sell it and get your money back, plus the extra money (interest).
Just like saving your favorite toy, owning gold, especially through Sovereign Gold Bonds, is a way to save your money and watch it grow. It's like having your own shiny treasure that can make you richer over time.
Author: Saurabh Gupta
Well Being Shiksha Foundation
Brand Ambassador
Editor: Dr. Neelam Tandon
Well Being Shiksha Foundation
Founder and Managing Director
Comments