Gold and Land

Gold is Gold—Is Land Gold Too?

Gold is Gold—Is Land Gold Too? In today’s fast-paced world, it’s worth asking: do we truly understand the best ways to invest our money? While the previous generation offers invaluable wisdom from their experiences, the context has changed dramatically. Just think—there were no mobile phones 20 years ago, and now we’re navigating the complexities of AI. The Evolution of Investment In India, a long-standing piece of advice has been to invest in real estate and gold. This philosophy was so prevalent that many Indians allocated almost all their investments to these two assets. Alongside, fixed deposits (FDs) and small savings schemes—like those from the Post Office—were the go-to options. It’s easy to assume that only a select few—Gujaratis, Marwaris, city dwellers, and high-net-worth individuals—ventured into the stock market, as its depth and breadth were limited, with volatility posing significant risks for the average investor. ...

October 23, 2024 · 5 min · Saurabh Gupta