New Delhi, March 6 -- Currently, amid multiple trade and geopolitical wars across the globe, the uncertainty is at its peak. That makes a case for buying gold as it is considered a safe haven against uncertainty. The US-Iran conflict has led to crude oil prices and shipping costs spiralling, which could drive inflation higher. That again makes a case for buying gold as it is considered a hedge against inflation. Gold can be bought in various forms: physical and digital formats. In this article, we will look at the different ways of buying gold.

In 2025, gold delivered spectacular returns of more than 70%, outperforming other asset classes such as equities, fixed income, and real estate. Investors who bought gold earlier and held on to it...