Gold smuggling in India increases by 40% in 2026

Market overview

India’s stricter gold import rules will drive a surge in smuggling, with smuggling volumes rising by 40% year-over-year in 2026. Informal channels will partially offset the decline in official imports, maintaining domestic demand but increasing regulatory risks.

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Implied probability (Yes)

70%

Source: user-generated

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