RBI Sets Final Redemption Price for Sovereign Gold Bonds 2018-19 Series III
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has set the final redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) 2018-19 Series III at Rs 14,024 per gram, effective November 13, 2026, marking the bonds' maturity after eight years. The price is based on the average closing gold prices over the three business days prior to redemption. Investors who purchased the bonds at Rs 3,183 per gram, with a Rs 50 discount for digital payments, stand to gain approximately 348-353% excluding interest. The bonds offer returns linked to gold prices along with fixed interest.
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moneycontrol broke this story on 12 Nov, 04:35 pm. Other outlets followed.