# Akshaya Tritiya, the second-biggest gold-buying festival in India after Dhanteras, is considered auspicious when buying gold.

*business · news · 2026-04-14 · Livemint*

## Key points

- Gold prices in India have surged 60% since Akshaya Tritiya in April 2025.
- Jewellers' gold purchases ahead of Akshaya Tritiya 2026 are negligible compared to previous years.
- China's central bank has bought gold for 17 consecutive months despite softening domestic demand.
- Analysts recommend staggered gold buying instead of lump-sum purchases due to recent price volatility.
- Technical analysis suggests gold could retest ₹181,000 in coming months if momentum sustains.

**Companies:** Choice Broking, INVasset PMS
**Countries:** India, China

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