Inflation Alert: Rs 1 Crore May Buy Only 25 Grams of Gold by 2050
Rising inflation could significantly erode the value of money over the coming decades. Experts warn that by 2050, Rs 1 crore may be enough to buy just 25 grams of gold if the current trends continue.
Gold has been a reliable hedge against inflation over the past 25 years. In 2000, 24-carat gold was priced at Rs 4,400 per 10 grams; as of October 2025, it has surged to over Rs 1.32 lakh per 10 grams, delivering an average annual return of 14.6%.
If this growth rate continues, gold could reach around Rs 40 lakh per 10 grams by 2050, meaning today’s Rs 1 crore would buy only a fraction of the gold it can purchase now. Currently, Rs 1 crore can buy approximately 758 grams (0.76 kg) of gold.
The recent gold rally is driven by factors such as a weak dollar, geopolitical tensions, trade uncertainties, festive and wedding demand in India, and continuous buying by central banks.
While these projections are estimates and subject to global economic conditions, gold continues to be viewed as a safe haven investment that protects wealth against inflation over time.
Takeaway: Gold’s historical performance demonstrates its role as a long-term, inflation-beating investment, though future prices may fluctuate.
