New Delhi, Sept. 18 -- Investors can buy digital gold in tiny quantities through apps such as PhonePe, Paytm, and other digital platforms, often starting with Rs.1, Rs.10, or Rs.100. However, gold ETFs are SEBI-regulated products that trade on stock exchanges.

Demand for both products has remained strong. According to the latest World Gold Council research, digital gold buying in India held steady from June to August, averaging around Rs.2,500 crore per month, with August 2026 purchases rising 110% year-on-year.

Inflows into gold ETFs rose 67% month-on-month to Rs.2,597 crore in August. While this was below the exceptionally strong levels seen in the first quarter, inflows remained positive on a near-sustained basis throughout the year,...