This is the Direct plan of HSBC Gold ETF — bought from the fund house, with no distributor commission in its expense ratio. Income is retained in the fund, so it shows up as NAV rather than as a payout.
Performance
Scorecard
Not ratedHow this is computed
Each verdict is computed from this fund's own metrics against its sub-category — the number behind it is shown, not a black-box rating. Not rated — this fund has no full year of NAV history yet. A rating needs at least a 1-year return to rank its performance against peers.
Not enough Gold ETF peers to rank yet
Volatility 20.2% vs 23.3% category avg
0.6% expense vs 0.5% category avg
Not enough history for a rolling 3Y view
Strengths & concerns
Generated from this fund's own numbers against its sub-category — each point names the figure behind it.
Strengths
- Less volatile than its Gold ETF peers (20.2% vs 23.3%)
Concerns
- High expense ratio (0.62%) vs the Gold ETF average of 0.50%
Key Metrics
Scheme Info
DefinitionsPeriod returns (<1Y, absolute — not annualized)
DefinitionsAnnualized returns (≥1Y — CAGR)
DefinitionsAdvanced metrics — risk and benchmark ratios
Fund vs category average (Gold ETF)
| Period | Fund | Category avg. | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1M abs | -4.42% | -4.12% | -0.30% |
| 3M abs | +0.99% | +2.17% | -1.18% |
| 6M abs | +0.62% | -0.05% | +0.67% |
| 1Y CAGR | — | +25.28% | — |
| 3Y CAGR | — | — | — |
| 5Y CAGR | — | — | — |
Category average across peers in Gold ETF (up to 7 funds with data), same plan and option, excluding this fund. Under-1-year figures are absolute; 1Y and beyond are annualised (CAGR).
Not sure what a figure means? The glossary explains every metric, and the methodology shows the formulas.
Backtest this fund
What a SIP or one-time investment would have grown to over this fund’s real NAV history.
6 monthly installments of ₹10,000 into HSBC Gold ETF, valued at the latest NAV. XIRR annualizes for each installment’s timing.
Taxation
Taxed as non-equityThis is a non-equity fund — a fund-of-funds, gold/silver, international or balanced-hybrid scheme. It isn't equity-oriented, but since FY 2025-26 it's no longer taxed like a pure-debt fund either: gains held over 1 year get the 12.5% long-term rate; shorter holdings are taxed at your income-tax slab rate.
Added to your income at your slab rate
No indexation, no ₹1.25 L exemption
Sets the short-term (slab-rate) figure above.
Applies to capital gains on redemption. Excludes IDCW/dividend tax, STT, surcharge and cess, and pre-2018 equity grandfathering. For research only — consult a tax advisor before filing.
Asset allocation
As on 31 Aug 2026 · AMC disclosure- Other97.04%
- Cash & Equivalents2.96%
Fund size over time
Quarterly average AUM · AMFIAt or near its largest, ₹533.23Cr in April - June 2026. Size matters most where the mandate is narrow — a large small-cap or a very large flexi-cap book is harder to move without moving the price.
AMC Profile
HSBC Mutual Fund is the Indian arm of HSBC Asset Management and has operated here since 2002. It roughly tripled in size by acquiring L&T Mutual Fund in 2022 and merging the two line-ups.
Fund Managers
DPDipan S ParikhManaging since 16 Mar 2026
Vice President – Dealing Equities
Bachelor of Commerce
Over 29 years of experience of Dealing in Equity markets. HSBC Asset Management (India) Private Limited, as SVP - Dealing Equities (Since March 2025) as VP - Dealing Equities from September 2006 till February 2025 Karvy Stock Broking Private Limited, Institutional Dealer from July 2001 to September 2006
Fund managers from the AMC's filed Scheme Summary — its most recent filing for this scheme. Each manager's qualifications and role are reconciled across every filing this fund house makes for them, including its Statement of Additional Information. Total AUM via AMFI.
HSBC in the news
Headlines about the fund house, not this scheme in particular — highlights only; tap through to read the full story at the source.
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Returns and risk are computed from NAV history and may differ slightly from other portals due to methodology (rolling vs point-to-point, dividend treatment). For research only — not investment advice.
About Gold funds & ETFs
Gold ETFs hold physical gold of standard purity and track its domestic price, so a unit is a claim on bullion rather than on a company. Gold funds-of-funds hold the ETF instead, which is what lets you buy them as a SIP without a demat account.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAV of HSBC Gold ETF?
As of 05 Oct 2026, the NAV of HSBC Gold ETF is ₹127.69 per unit. NAV (net asset value) is the fund's per-unit price, published once each business day.
What returns has HSBC Gold ETF delivered?
HSBC Gold ETF has returned +3.29% per year since inception. Figures beyond one year are annualised (CAGR) and are computed from AMFI NAV history, so they may differ slightly from other portals.
What is the expense ratio of HSBC Gold ETF?
HSBC Gold ETF charges an expense ratio of 0.62% per year. This annual fee is already deducted from the NAV, so the returns you see are net of it.
What are the top holdings of HSBC Gold ETF?
HSBC Gold ETF's largest holdings are GOLD 995 Finnese (97.0%). Holdings are disclosed monthly and change over time.
How risky is HSBC Gold ETF?
HSBC Gold ETF is rated high on SEBI's risk-o-meter, its trailing-3Y volatility (annualised) is 20.2% and its worst peak-to-trough fall in our sample was -12.6%. Higher volatility means the NAV swings more; the drawdown shows how far it has fallen from a peak historically.
What is the benchmark of HSBC Gold ETF?
HSBC Gold ETF is benchmarked against the Domestic Prices of Gold. Its alpha and beta on this page are measured against that index.
Who manages HSBC Gold ETF?
HSBC Gold ETF is managed by Dipan S Parikh at HSBC.
How is HSBC Gold ETF taxed?
HSBC Gold ETF is a non-equity fund (a fund-of-funds, gold, international or balanced-hybrid scheme). Since FY 2025-26 it's no longer taxed like a pure-debt fund: gains on units held more than 1 year are long-term, taxed at 12.5% (no indexation, no ₹1.25 lakh exemption); units held 1 year or less are taxed at your income-tax slab rate.