New Delhi, May 5 (BNP): The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has introduced Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs), marking a significant step toward modernising gold trading in the country. The new segment aims to improve transparency and make price discovery more efficient in one of India’s most widely traded commodities.
Electronic Gold Receipts are digital securities that represent ownership of physical gold. The underlying gold is securely stored in vaults approved by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and held in electronic form through depositories, ensuring safety and reliability for investors.
With this initiative, NSE seeks to connect the traditional gold market with the formal financial system. Investors can now trade gold in a regulated environment without the need to handle physical assets, making the process more convenient and accessible.
Market participants believe the introduction of EGRs could encourage broader participation by offering a transparent, secure, and technology-driven platform. The move is also expected to strengthen trust and bring greater efficiency to gold trading in India.
