India's gold glitters, auto sector sees festive slowdown
India's gold demand surged 23% to ₹2.03 lakh crore in Q3 2025, according to the World Gold Council. Meanwhile, Nomura reported mixed trends in the auto sector this festive season — passenger vehicles and tractors saw modest growth, but two-wheelers lagged behind expectations. Experts warn that upcoming ABS regulations could impact sales momentum into early 2026.