Sensex’s 12% YTD returns trail Gold’s 21% uptick. Will yellow metal’s 2024 outperformance continue?

Indian equity markets consolidate as Sensex dips by 4% in October due to valuation concerns and a subdued Q2 earnings season. Meanwhile, gold and silver outperformed, fueled by geopolitical tensions and expected US rate cuts. Experts suggest sector-specific opportunities amid cautious outlook.