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Is it wise to buy gold this Akshaya Tritiya? :AUGMONT KNOWLEDGE SERIES
Akshaya Tritiya, celebrated as an auspicious day to invest in gold, often sees a surge in gold purchases across India. But in 2025, with gold prices touching all-time highs, the big question for investors and buyers alike is: Is it wise to buy gold this Akshaya Tritiya?

Over the last 20 years, gold has delivered approx.15% CAGR, which is quite robust, especially in comparison with many fixed-income instruments and even some equity segments during market volatility. Gold has also acted as a hedge against inflation, currency depreciation, and geopolitical uncertainties.
Why Gold Has Performed Well
Several factors have supported gold prices in recent years:
- Geopolitical tensions: Russia-Ukraine war, Israel-Palestine unrest, and US-China trade concerns.
- Inflation worries: Gold is a traditional inflation hedge.
- Global economic uncertainty: Fears of a recession and a weak global economic outlook.
- Central bank buying: Many countries, including India and China, have increased gold reserves.
- Currency depreciation: The weakening of the Indian Rupee against the US Dollar added to local gold price inflation.
Why You Should Consider Buying
- Tradition with benefits: Buying gold on Akshaya Tritiya is culturally symbolic and has proven profitable historically.
- Diversification: Gold acts as a portfolio stabilizer, especially during market downturns.
- Returns remain promising: With global uncertainties continuing and rate cuts expected in the US, gold may remain supported in the near term.
- Demand for digital and investment-grade gold is rising: More buyers are shifting toward efficient, value-oriented gold investments.
Caution Due to High Prices
- Gold prices are near historical highs (₹96,000 per 10 grams), so bulk buying may not be advisable.
- A correction could occur if:
- US-China tensions ease.
- Interest rates rise unexpectedly.
- Investors shift their focus back to risk assets like equities.
Smart Buying Strategy for 2025
Buy with a measured and strategic approach:
- Avoid large lump sum purchases: Instead, opt for staggered buying or SIPs in gold digital gold or ETFs.
- Use Akshaya Tritiya as an entry point: Start small with Augmont Digital Gold or gold mutual funds.
- Buy coins or smaller jewellery pieces: Avoid heavy making charges; focus on purity and resale value.
- Think long term: If you’re buying gold as an asset, not just a purchase, stay invested for 3–5 years.
Final Word
Akshaya Tritiya 2025 presents an opportunity to align tradition with smart investing. While prices are high, gold’s long-term track record, safe-haven status, and cultural relevance make it a viable addition to your portfolio. Just remember to balance emotional purchases with financial prudence—and consider buying in forms that add both value and flexibility.
In short: Yes, buy gold—but buy smart.
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QWEEN Partners With Perfect Corp. to Launch Hyper-Realistic AI-Powered Virtual Jewellery Try-On in India
Partnership brings Physically Based Rendering (PBR) technology to QWEEN’s digital ecosystem, enabling consumers to virtually try on rings, earrings and bracelets with exceptional realism across desktop and mobile.
QWEEN, India’s first self-discovery, 100% natural experiential luxury jewellery brand, has partnered with Perfect Corp., a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) technology for the beauty, fashion and luxury industries, to introduce an advanced 3D Virtual Try-On experience for consumers in India.
Powered by Physically Based Rendering (PBR) technology, the solution enables customers to virtually try on QWEEN’s rings, earrings and bracelets in real time across both desktop and mobile devices. The immersive experience allows users to see how each jewellery piece sits, moves, reflects light and complements their features, offering a highly realistic way to explore jewellery before making a purchase or visiting a store.
The partnership reflects QWEEN’s commitment to integrating world-class technology that meets the precision and craftsmanship standards expected in the luxury jewellery segment. Perfect Corp., which serves over 800 global brand partners, has developed technology solutions for leading luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Tom Ford Fashion, and Parisian high jewellery house REZA.
Its PBR-enabled technology accurately renders gold, natural diamonds and gemstones with realistic texture, reflection, movement and proportion. The platform is designed to support up to 2,300 SKUs, enabling consumers to better evaluate the scale, fit and finish of jewellery beyond conventional product images.
Commenting on the collaboration, Amit Kumar, CEO and Co-Founder of QWEEN,

Said the traditional jewellery-buying journey has offered consumers limited opportunities to independently explore products before they are presented across a counter. He noted that QWEEN aims to change this by giving every woman greater information, control and confidence throughout the discovery process.
He added that Perfect Corp.’s experience working with some of the world’s leading luxury and fashion brands provides QWEEN with the confidence that the platform can deliver the realism, precision and sophistication required for the brand’s luxury positioning.
For QWEEN, the collaboration extends beyond introducing a digital feature. The company believes virtual jewellery discovery should offer the same level of accuracy, detail and craftsmanship as the physical retail experience. This is particularly important considering the diversity of its portfolio, where subtle differences in gold colour, gemstone characteristics, diamond brilliance and jewellery proportions significantly influence how a piece appears on the wearer.
Suyash Motarwar, Co-Founder and CTPO of QWEEN,
said the value of Virtual Try-On lies in its ability to accurately represent proportion, movement, colour and material finish. He highlighted that QWEEN’s collection includes seven colours of gold, 100% natural diamonds, and a wide range of 100% natural gemstones, making realistic rendering critical for the luxury buying experience.

He further noted that Perfect Corp.’s PBR-enabled technology provides the visual precision required for luxury jewellery while its self-service authoring capabilities allow the brand to efficiently scale the experience as its assortment continues to expand.
The Virtual Try-On feature will form part of QWEEN’s broader technology-driven discovery ecosystem, which also includes RFID-enabled jewellery, self-service tablets, detailed digital product information, personalised wishlists, and persona-led discovery. The feature is designed to complement the brand’s physical retail experience by allowing consumers to discover jewellery online, save preferred designs, and continue their purchase journey through QWEEN stores and assisted retail touchpoints.
Alice Chang, Founder and CEO of Perfect Corp,

said India’s jewellery market is built on craftsmanship, personal expression and trust, while today’s consumers increasingly expect digital experiences that reflect those values. She added that the collaboration combines hyper-realistic AR try-on with a scalable 3D authoring workflow, enabling QWEEN to showcase the material richness and individuality of each jewellery piece online while supporting the growth of its digital catalogue.
The partnership underscores QWEEN’s strategy of collaborating with globally recognised technology specialists to build a modern, consumer-centric jewellery experience. By combining the emotional appeal and craftsmanship of luxury jewellery with the convenience, personalisation and independence offered by advanced technology, the brand aims to redefine how women discover, experience and purchase fine jewellery.
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