Gold Rate In Gulbarga

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Kalaburgi, or Gulbarga as it was formerly known is a key centre in Karnataka, having been an important town for numerous kingdoms in the past. Today, it is home to over 1.1 million people and has a decent industrial setup. Its history of being home to kings and royalty made it a prosperous area, with gold and other forms of precious minerals abundantly used. This association with gold has ensured that it remains popular even today, with a number of its residents investing in gold. Gold prices in the city change on a daily basis, with international prices dictating the trends.

Gold sales pick up during weddings and festivals like Diwali and Dussera in the city, with a number of stores catering to the demand.

Gold price in Gulbarga

Since a majority of the gold consumed in Gulbarga is imported, international gold prices dictate the amount one finally pays for it. Local taxes, demand and supply, import duty, etc. play a key role in estimating the price on a given day, with fluctuations in gold rates possible on a day to day basis.

24 karat gold – Keen gold investors typically opt for 24 karat gold, either in the form of gold coins or bars, thanks to their high purity content (approx. 99.9%). One gram of pure 24 karat gold in the city costs Rs 2,974 (as of March 11, 2016), with this price subject to change on a regular basis. The price trend in the last three months has been on a high, with costs going up by close to Rs 400 since January. The year 2015 saw gold prices drop to a 5 year low, with it possible to buy gold for as cheap as Rs 2,510 per gram in the month of August.

22 karat gold – 22 karat gold is a popular investment choice among those who wish to buy jewellery. The cost per gram of 22 karat gold is about Rs 200 cheaper when compared to 24 karat gold. The current price for 1 gram of 22 karat gold in Gulbarga is about Rs 2,780 (as of March 11, 2016). A trend similar to 24 karat gold was witnessed when it came to gold rates in 2015, with August being a good time to buy gold, as prices dropped to around Rs 2,350 per gram. Since January 2016, gold rates have gone up from Rs 2,370 to end at the current mark.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for April 2019 to June 2019 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for January 2019 to March 2019 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold Trend in Gulbarga for January 2019:

• Gold prices opened in Gulbarga at Rs.3,113 per gram, slightly decreased from the previous year as the U.S. dollar recovered in the global markets. However, this soon followed by a plunge in its value following an economic slowdown due to global factors. 
• As the United States Federal Reserve put a halt on their interest hike, the investors shifted their investments to the bullion due to a fall in the markets and the U.S. dollar. On 15 January, the yellow metal was priced at Rs.3,176 per gram.  
• In the second half of the month, prices soared further due to high local demand due to the wedding season and an economic slowdown in the United States. By 20 January 2019, gold prices were at Rs.3,179 per gram.  
• By the end of the month, gold hit its monthly high on 31 March which was also its closing price at Rs.3,271 per gram with a percentage incline of 5.07.  

Gold Trend in Gulbarga for February 2019:

• In February, gold opened at Rs.3,268 per gram in Gulbarga and within the first few days of the month, increased to Rs.3,289 per gram. However, as the U.S. dollar recovered in the global market as the U.S. jobs showed positive trends.  
• The price of the yellow metal decreased to a certain extent until 15 February due to the U.S.-China trade wars which impacted the economic growth. The price of the metal was Rs.3,236 per gram. 
• The trend of gold prices changed to the positive side in the third week of February as the United States and China resumed talks about U.S.-China trade relations. This resulted in investors shift from the dollar. On 20 March, the price of gold was trending at Rs.3,297 per gram. 
• As the President delayed the increase in tariff on various Chinese products as a part of the trade talk, the U.S. dollar reduced against the Yuan. Investors depended more on the bullion for its security and the metal closed the month at Rs.3,284 per gram with an incline of 0.48%. 

Gold Trend in Gulbarga for March 2019:

• The U.S. dollar recovered in the month of March resulting in a fall in gold prices. The metal opened the month at Rs.3.284 per gram as the European Central Bank delayed the possible interest rate hike, resulting in the U.S. dollar gaining over the Euro.  
• Due to political tensions in Europe and softer U.S. data, the value of gold increased as investors shifted to the bullion as a haven asset against a falling U.S. dollar. On 11 March, price of the metal was Rs.3,184 per gram.  
• In the third week of the month, price of gold plummeted quickly to Rs.3,127 per gram on 19 March. Due to lack of clarity on Brexit as well as a halt in the U.S.-China trade talks, gold prices reported a marginal rise to Rs.3,169 per gram on 25 March.  
• The U.S. dollar recovered in the last week of the month resulting in a rise in risk factors of a possible recession in the country. With a percentage decline of 4.56, the yellow metal closed the month at Rs.3,134 per gram, not before hitting its monthly low on 30 March at Rs.3,108 per gram.  

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for October 2018 to December 2018 (per gram of 24 karat gold) 

Gold trend in Gulbarga for October 2018

• In October, the price of gold in Gulbarga opened at Rs.3,017 per gram and increased throughout the month due to positive global cues as well as the decrease in the value of the dollar.
• By the middle of the month, the price of the metal increased to Rs.3,119 due to the increased local demand for the festival of Diwali and Dhanteras in November. The price of gold also increased due to a fall in the global markets as a result of political issues around the world.
• The ongoing Brexit negotiations and the geopolitical issues in the Middle East as well as the issues about the budget of Italy played a role in the fall of global markets. This had a direct effect on the value of the dollar over other currencies.
• On 31 October 2018, the value of the metal was Rs.3,140 per gram which was the highest in the month, resulting in a percentage incline of 4.07.

Gold trend in Gulbarga for November 2018

• As the dollar recovered in the month of November, the decline in the value of the rupee resulted in a dip in the local demand of gold.
• The price of the metal on 1 November 2018 was Rs.3,140 per gram and was steady till the first week of the month due to the festivals of Diwali and Dhanteras in the country. However, post that, the price of gold started dipping to Rs.3,035 by the middle of the month.
• Even though the global prices of gold were steady, due to the decrease in value of the rupee, there was a considerable drop in demand among local jewellers in the city and country.
• Gold price reached a new low at the end of November, priced at Rs.2,999 per gram with a considerable percentage decline at 4.49.

Gold trend in Gulbarga for December 2018

• The month of December proved to be beneficial for the investors as the value of the rupee recovered against the dollar, resulting in the increase in local demand of gold.
• On 1 December 2018, the price of gold opened at Rs.2,982 which was a lower price compared to the previous month. However, by the middle of the month, gold prices in Gulbarga touched Rs.3,098 per gram.
• Multiple political factors such as the Brexit negotiations, the US-China trade truce played a role in the declining of the dollar value against other currencies.
• On 31 December 2018, the price of the metal closed at Rs.3,113 which resulted in a percentage incline of 4.39%.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for April 2018 to June 2018 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for April 2018:

• In Gulbarga, gold was recorded was trading at Rs.3,019 per gram on the 1st with local demand on the decline amid the gaining dollar and equities.
• Weak trend overseas coupled with poor domestic demand led to gold rate in Gulbarga dropping to a monthly low of Rs.3,005 per gram on the 7th.
• Demand, however, picked up over the next week with domestic markets capitalising on the losing dollar and gold was priced at Rs.3,098 per gram on the 19th and the 20th.
• The month came to an end with gold price in Gulbarga holding at Rs.3,077 per gram with subdued but steady local demand amid the firm trend overseas.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for May 2018:

• Trading commenced for the month with gold priced relatively lower at Rs.3,060 per gram on the 1st amid weak global trends.
• Rates dropped to a monthly low of Rs.3,045 per gram on the 4th with poor local demand from industries and jewellers amid the strong dollar and equities.
• Investor demand rose over the next two weeks with bullion markets capitalising on the weakening US dollar and gold rate in Gulbarga was recorded holding at Rs.3,103 per gram on the 14th.
• Trading concluded for the month with gold priced at Rs.3,061 per gram as local demand subsided amid the recovering US greenback and equities.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for June 2018:

• Trading opened for the final month of the quarter with gold price in Gulbarga holding at Rs.3,066 per gram on the 1st with steady domestic demand coupled with positive market trend overseas.
• The next three weeks saw prices fluctuating with demand vagaries before plummeting to a monthly low of Rs.3,008 per gram on the 23rd.
• With the US dollar losing against a basket of other major currencies, gold rate in Gulbarga rose to a monthly high of Rs.3,134 per gram on the 27th.
• The month ended with gold prices finishing at Rs.3,014 per gram on the 31st, registering a loss of 1.69% in bullion trade during the course of the month.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for January 2018 to March 2018 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for January 2018:

• When the first month of Q1 2018 began in Gulbarga, gold was priced at Rs.3,002 per gram.
• Due to a weak demand, brought about by a strong dollar, gold rates dropped to Rs.3,001 per gram on the 4th - the month’s lowest rates.
• From this point on, gold was largely on the incline albeit with quite a few fluctuations recorded in brief spells throughout.
• The rise happened due to a poorly performing US dollar, which help investors improve their positions.
• Over the final ten days, gold rates declined steadily as demand eased amid decreased sales and a rising dollar.
• When the month ended, gold prices were recorded at Rs.3,045 per gram.
• A change of 1.43% was recorded this month, thanks to a strong demand from local investors.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for February 2018:

• When trading for the month of February began, gold was priced at Rs.2,998 per gram. This rose to Rs.3,019 per gram on the 2nd as demand surged amid a sudden shift in equity markets.
• On the 8th, gold rates dropped to Rs.2,951 per gram - the lowest for the month - as local demand plummeted due to poor cues.
• Gold regained its lost ground as the US dollar fell and the metal traded at Rs.3,017 per gram on 15th February.
• The next two weeks saw gold prices fluctuate considerably hitting Rs.3,014 per gram on the 20th before falling to Rs.2,993 per gram by the 23rd.
• Gold recovered to trade at Rs.3,008 per gram on 25th and surged slightly to end the month at Rs.3,014 per gram.
• A surge of 0.53% in price trends were recorded this month - thanks to the steady rise seen during the second and third weeks.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for March 2018:

• Gold prices had fallen to Rs.2,987 per gram - a Rs.27 decline - when markets opened for trading for the month of March.
• This was due to subpar demand from the domestic market and the steadily performing US dollar.
• The worst was yet to come for the month - and it did arrive during the fourth week - leading to gold trading at Rs.2,977 per gram on the 19th of this month.
• Gold traded at a monthly high figure of Rs.3,045 per gram from the 25th to the 29th as the US dollar underwent some turbulent times.
• The month ended with gold prices falling to Rs.3,019 per gram.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for October 2017 to December 2017 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for October 2017:

• The final quarter of 2017 began in Gulbarga with gold trading at Rs.2,985 per gram. Gold prices would see considerable decline this month owing to poor local cues which was affected by a strong dollar.
• There were considerable fluctuations to be witnessed during the initial half of the month, with demand remaining uncharacteristically low despite the onset of a major festive season.
• Gold rate in Gulbarga were at their highest on the 16th when it traded at Rs.2,995 per gram as traders took advantage of a brief fall in the dollar.
• However, prices continued to dwindle from the 17th as demand remained mostly flat and even fell as days progressed.
• Gold price in Gulbarga were at their lowest this month on the 27th when the metal traded at Rs.2,932 per gram.
• Price trend saw a considerable decline this month with rates falling at a rate of 1.90% due to poor sales.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for November 2017:

• November’s gold trading took a positive turn as global cues was steady and the US dollar losing its lustre.
• On the 1st of November, gold was priced at Rs.2,942 per gram. The first week saw gold demand at its lowest for this month, which was seen as gold traded at a monthly low figure of Rs.2,907 per gram on the 7th.
• But, once the US dollar began to weaken amid a poor market, gold prices continued its gradual surge.
• The 20th saw gold price in Gulbarga hitting Rs.2,981 per gram figure - the highest rate for the entire month.
• But, there were fluctuations from the 21st onwards as there was no clear indication of a stable demand.
• When November came to an end gold was seen trading at Rs.2,947 per gram - a marginal high of Rs.5 from the prices seen on the 1st of the month.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for December 2017:

• December began in Gulbarga with gold trading at Rs.2,932 per gram.
• The 2nd and 3rd recorded the highest gold rates - with the metal trading at Rs.2,942 per gram - as demand was steady.
• However, demand was strongly swung by the tax reform introduced by US president Donald Trump, which caused the dollar to strengthen subsequently pushing gold rates down.
• Gold rate in Gulbarga went down to as low as Rs.2,896 per gram as the rallying of the US dollar continued, which caused gold demand to plummet.
• On the 13th, gold rates were at their lowest for the month. The metal traded at Rs.2,859 per gram as markets remained strong, which gave little incentive for bullion investors.
• Prices rallied as other concerns regarding Trump’s US presidency resurfaced. This, combined with a declining dollar led to consistent increase in gold prices.
• Price trend saw a 0.30% decline this month, thanks to a solid start to the given by strong investor sentiments.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for July 2017 to September 2017 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for July 2017:

• July’s gold trading in Gulbarga was affected by GST, which was introduced by the central government on the 1st of July.
• The month began on a strong note with the yellow metal priced at Rs.2,950 per gram.
• Due to there being significantly low demand, gold rates were largely on the decline for most of the month.
• The low demand could be attributed to weak sales locally, which was the immediate effect of GST.
• Gold rate in Gulbarga went to a monthly low figure of Rs.2,796 per gram on the 14th of July as demand failed to pick up.
• However, rates improved towards the final two week to end at Rs.2,878 per gram on 31st July.
• Overall, there was a 2.64% decline in gold prices in Gulbarga, which was the effect of 3% GST implemented on gold.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for August 2017:

• August’s trading began on a relatively weak note, owing to GST and the impact it had on investor's’ mindset.
• Gold opened at Rs.2,878 per gram on the 1st of August.
• Due to the US dollar being steady and local trading remaining weak, gold rates in Gulbarga went down to Rs.2,845 per gram - on the 7th of August.
• The impending festive season and the destruction caused in the US by Hurricane Harry, led to gold prices in Gulbarga rising towards the end of the month.
• On the 29th of August, gold traded at Rs.2,976 per gram - the month’s highest rate.
• There was a 2.63%incline in gold rates caused by a weakened US dollar.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for September 2017:

• September, again, was a positive month for gold trading in Gulbarga. The month began with gold being priced at Rs.2,956 per gram.
• As the US-North Korea conflict reached a head, gold rates in Gulbarga rocketed to Rs.3,056 per gram on the 8th of September. This was also aided by the US economic data, which turned out to be lower than expected.
• However, the US dollar improved after the latest Federal Reserve meeting concluded that it is on track to raise the interest rates later in the year.
• Buoyed by a steady and rising dollar, gold rates seemed to flatline towards the latter half of the month.
• Diwali and Dhanteras demand pushed gold rates towards the final few days of the month, with the metal ending at Rs.2,985 per gram on the 30st of September.
• Overall, gold price in Gulbarga surged by 0.97% this month, thanks to a strong local demand.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for April 2017 to June 2017 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold rate trend in Gulbarga for April 2017

• The gold rate in Gulbarga was on the increase as retail demand for gold was high.
• Gold traded at Rs.2,910 per gram on 1 April and rose to Rs.2,925 per gram on 6 & 7 April as the U.S. dollar slid on news of fresh investigations into Russian interference in the U.S. presidential election.
• Prices dipped due to a drop in industrial offtake from Asia, resulting in gold trading at Rs.2,905 per gram on 10 April.
• Fluctuating demand from Europe led to gold prices reached Rs.2,990 per gram on 15 April as markets were shaky ahead of elections in France, which increased demand for the yellow metal.
• Local demand was still muted due to the end of the wedding season, which brought down prices to Rs.2,965 per gram on 24 April.
• A rally by the dollar and markets saw demand for gold crash as the month drew to a close, resulting in the metal trading at Rs.2,920 per gram on 26 April before closing the month at Rs.2,945 per gram on 30 April.

Gold rate trend in Gulbarga for May 2017

• Gold prices in May were unchanged as the month began, trading at Rs.2,945 per gram on 1 May.
• There was a decline in demand due to buoyant markets as a result of Emmanuel Macron;s victory in the French presidential election.
• Gold was priced at Rs.2,850 per gram on 7 & 8 May and fell to Rs.2,840 per gram from 11-14 May as local and overseas demand declined sharply.
• A revival in interest in gold was seen towards the middle of the month as the euphoria of the Eurozone’s muted by allegations of Russian collusion in the victory of Donald Trump’s campaign.
• Gold prices rose to Rs.2,908 per gram on 20 May as investors turned their attention to safe-haven assets like bullion due to plunging stocks.
• Prices rose to Rs.22,930 per gram on 27 May before dropping slightly as the month ended, trading at Rs.2,918 per gram on 31 May.
• Gold prices fell by 0.91% over the course of the month.

Gold rate trend in Gulbarga for June 2017

• Gold prices rose at the start of June, trading at Rs.2,933 per gram on 1 June and rising to Rs.2,960 per gram on 6 June as the U.S. markets were in turmoil over the planned overhaul of the healthcare system as well as the continued investigation into the Trump administration’s Russia links.
• Prices stabilised as the month progressed, with demand dropping slightly due to declining demand from the local jewellery sector.
• Increased interest from Asian markets kept prices at Rs.2,930 per gram on 13 June before prices dropped to Rs.2,910 per gram on 17 June.
• The G20 summit helped boost markets which resulted in a decline in interest in gold, as prices fell to a monthly low of Rs.2,895 per gram on 20 June.
• There was a marginal recovery in the price of gold in Gulbarga as local industrial demand rose prior to GST coming into effect.
• Prices rose to Rs.2,960 per gram on 28 June due to a sudden slide in market performance before gold prices settled at Rs.2,920 per gram on 30 June.

Gold Rate Trend in Gulbarga for January 2017 to March 2017 (per gram of 24 karat gold)

Gold Rate Trend for Gulbarga in January 2017

• At the beginning of the month, the price of gold in Gulbarga was slightly low due to relatively low demand, trading at Rs.2,820 per gram. Gold was steady at this rate the next day as well. This was also the lowest at which this metal traded at for the month in Gulbarga.
• A marginal rise was noted from the 3rd of January due to a continued demand for this yellow metal from jewellers, resulting in gold trading at Rs.2,890 per gram on the 10th of January.
• From the 12th of January, gold traded at Rs.2,920 per gram until the 15th due to the harvest festival of Sankranti and further increased as the week progressed.
• Gold was priced at Rs.2,970 per gram on the 23rd and 24th of January, making this rate the highest at which gold traded at for the month. However, after this, the rate of gold reduced marginally, closing at Rs.2,930 per gram recording a rise of 3.90% in the rate of gold.

Gold Rate Trend for Gulbarga in February 2017

• This precious metal was priced at Rs.2,945 per gram on the 1st of February which was one of the lower rates due to reduced demand from jewellers.
• Gold was steady at this price until the 5th of February after the rate of gold increased by Rs.10.
• As the weeks continued, the rate of gold continued to rise with a few minor fluctuations.
• On the 16th of February, gold was priced at Rs.2,970 per gram before rising to Rs.2,980 per gram on the 17th of February.
• Towards the end of February, the rate of gold increased to Rs.2,995 per gram due to a fall in the value of the U.S.Dollar. This rate was noted from the 24th of February to the 26th of February.
• The final two days of the month saw gold trading at Rs.3,005 per gram which was also the highest rate at which gold traded for the month.
• As the month ended, a 2.03% incline in the rate of this precious metal was noted.

Gold Rate Trend for Gulbarga in March 2017

• Gold traded at Rs.3,005 per gram on the 1st of March due to a high demand for this metal from both domestic as well as international markets. This was also the highest rate at which gold traded at for the month.
• However, this demand was not sustained and the next day the rate of gold dropped to Rs.2,990 per gram before reducing even further as the month progressed.
• There were a number of fluctuations noted in the rate of gold throughout the month due to fluctuations in the demand for this metal.
• On the 15th of March, the rate of gold fell to a monthly low of Rs.2,855 per gram due to the Dutch Elections and U.S. Fed Reserve’s decision regarding interest rates. However, a marginal recovery was noted in the rate of gold over the next few days.
• On the final day of the month, gold was priced at Rs.2,990 per gram recording a decline of 3.49% in the price of this metal in Gulbarga.

Gold investment avenues in Gulbarga

Investing in gold is a popular choice in Gulbarga, with a number of people purchasing it during weddings and celebrations. Given the expense involved with gold, a majority of the population opts for either 18 or 22 karat purity, with 24 karat gold purchased by only a section of the city. Some of the modes to buy gold in Gulbarga are mentioned below.

Market trade – Market trade of gold hasn’t gained popularity in Gulbarga despite the ease and convenience associated with it. One can invest in gold through the National Stock Exchange and the Mumbai Stock Exchange, with the option to choose between gold ETFs, futures contracts and E-gold.

Over-the-counter – The most popular means of buying gold, over-the-counter purchases are fast and simple. One can approach any jeweller or bank to purchase gold, though banks typically offer only gold coins and bars. Individuals looking for gold jewellery can buy it from local jewellers, albeit jewellery isn’t the best way to invest in gold on account of wastage and making charges..