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HDFC and Axis Mutual Fund resume subscriptions in gold ETFs and gold ETF FoFs

HDFC and Axis Mutual Fund have resumed unrestricted subscriptions in gold ETFs and funds, following similar moves by Tata and Aditya Birla Sun Life. Restrictions imposed amid strong inflows and physical gold supply constraints are being lifted as market conditions normalize, allowing investors greater access to gold-linked mutual fund schemes.

HDFC Mutual Fund and Axis Mutual Fund have announced the resumption of subscriptions in their gold ETFs, ETF funds of funds (FoFs), and gold ETFs. This follows similar decisions by Tata Mutual Fund and Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund to resume subscriptions in their gold-based funds. The changes are set to take effect from August 14, 2026.

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