RBI Announces Premature Redemption Prices for Sovereign Gold Bonds Due in July 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced premature redemption prices for two Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) series due in July 2026. The 2021-22 Series-IV bonds, issued at Rs 4,757 per gram, have a redemption price of Rs 14,158, yielding nearly 198% absolute return. The 2019-20 Series-VIII bonds, issued around Rs 4,000 per gram, have a redemption price of Rs 14,170, offering about 257% return over 6.5 years. Redemption is allowed after five years on interest payment dates, with prices based on the average gold rate published by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (58/100). Lens Score 41/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 20 Jul, 06:12 am. Other outlets followed.