Tamil Nadu is said to be one of the most prosperous states in Southern India and has a reputation for gold lovers in terms of jewelry or ornamentation as well as trade since people can afford it. A lot of people consider it with a holistic perspective. The capital of the state, Chennai ranks above all other cities and towns in India in terms of gold trade.
Gold Rate in Tamil Nadu for January 2018 to March 2018 (per gram of 24 karat gold)
| Factor | January | February | March |
| 1st day | Rs.3,009 per gram | Rs.3,040 per gram | Rs.3,043 per gram |
| Last day | Rs.3,045 per gram | Rs.3,046 per gram | Rs.3,072 per gram |
| Highest price | Rs.3,129 per gram on 25 January | Rs.3,103 per gram on 14 February | Rs.3,105 per gram on 24 and 25 March |
| Lowest price | Rs.3,000 per gram on 4 January | Rs.3,003 per gram on 8 February | Rs.3,030 per gram on 19 March |
| Trend | Incline | Incline | Incline |
| Change | 1.19% | 0.19% | 0.95% |
Gold Rate in Tamil Nadu for October 2017 to December 2017 (per gram of 24 karat gold)
| Factor | October | November | December |
| 1st day | Rs.3,040 per gram | Rs.2,988 per gram | Rs.2,982 per gram |
| Last day | Rs.2,997 per gram | Rs.2,992 per gram | Rs.3,015 per gram |
| Highest price | Rs.3,059 per gram on 14 and 15 October | Rs.3,030 per gram on 18 and 19 November | Rs.3,015 per gram on 30 and 31 December |
| Lowest price | Rs.2,997 per gram on 6, 27, 30, and 31 October | Rs.2,974 per gram on 6 November | Rs.2,903 per gram on 13 December |
| Trend | Decline | Incline | Incline |
| Change | -1.41% | 0.13% | 1.10% |
Gold Rate in Tamil Nadu for July 2017 to September 2017 (per gram of 24 karat gold)
| Factor | July | August | September |
| 1st day | Rs.2,950 per gram | Rs.2,926 per gram | Rs.2,995 per gram |
| Last day | Rs.2,925 per gram | Rs.2,971 per gram | Rs.3,040 per gram |
| Highest price | Rs.2,950 per gram on 1 & 2 July | Rs.2,999 per gram on 29 August | Rs.3,102 per gram from 8 September |
| Lowest price | Rs.2,796 per gram on 14 July | Rs.2,899 per gram on 3 August | Rs.2,995 per gram on 1 September |
| Trend | Decline | Incline | Incline |
| Change | -0.84% | 1.51% | 1.50% |
Gold investment Avenues in Tamil Nadu
When it comes to a safe investment option, Gold is considered to be one of the least riskiest of trading commodities in any market, whether regional or global. In Tamil Nadu too the yellow metal is considered an investment option that is lower on risk factors, primarily based on the fact that it is highly affordable and culturally significant as mentioned before.
Buying Physical Gold: In keeping with the rest of the country, the people of Tamil Nadu purchase gold mainly in the form of jewelry. Needless to say, there are a number of jewelry establishments spread in and around the city to meet this demand. Gold rates or prices are updated on a daily basis and can be obtained from those dealing in gold or online via many financial sites. India imports most of its gold requirements from abroad. Tamil Nadu which doesn’t have any significant gold production also contributes to the country’s need to substantiate gold demand through imports. Even though gold is bought as jewelry, it is done for reasons beyond ornamentation.
Market Avenue: In this state you can purchase gold through the markets, with gold being traded in the National Multi Commodity Exchange, National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange and the Multi Commodity Exchange. This is apt for individuals willing to purchase gold in bulk, with the minimum trading limit being set at 1 kg in general. It’s a viable option for people who are well aware of the gold market and all that affects it.