Gold Demand Hits Highest Q1 Since 2016 as Asia Leads ETF Investment Surge

Gold Demand Hits Highest Q1 Since 2016 as Asia Leads ETF Investment Surge

Gold investment demand jumped 170% in Q1 2025 — the highest since early 2022 — driven by record ETF inflows, rising economic uncertainty, and strong buying in Asia.

China plans global push for Shanghai Gold Exchange to boost yuan-based gold trade

China plans global push for Shanghai Gold Exchange to boost yuan-based gold trade

China is weighing plans to establish overseas warehouses for the Shanghai Gold Exchange, in a move to boost international settlement of yuan-denominated gold contracts and expand the global use of its gold benchmark.

Here’s why gold prices hit record high (again)

Here’s why gold prices hit record high (again)

Central bank purchases have been key in driving up gold, often considered a haven in times of uncertainty and turmoil. Global uncertainties and the Federal Reserve slashing interest rates this year giving bullion a lift.