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世界黄金协会:黄金ETF大量流入 推动一季度全球黄金需求总量达到1206吨
Xin Hua Cai Jing·2025-04-30 06:52

Core Insights - The World Gold Council's report indicates that global gold demand reached 1206 tons in Q1 2025, a 1% year-on-year increase, driven by record gold prices surpassing $3000 per ounce [1][2] - Investment demand for gold surged, particularly through ETFs, with a total of 552 tons in Q1, marking a 170% increase year-on-year and the highest quarterly level since Q1 2022 [1][2] - Central banks continued to purchase gold for the 16th consecutive year, adding 244 tons to official reserves, despite a 21% year-on-year decline in this demand [1] Investment Demand - Gold ETF demand rebounded significantly, with inflows totaling 226 tons in Q1, reflecting a strong shift towards gold as a safe-haven asset amid geopolitical uncertainties [1][2] - Retail investment in gold bars and coins in China increased by 3% year-on-year to 325 tons, marking the second-highest quarterly demand for these products [1] Jewelry Demand - Despite high gold prices negatively impacting jewelry demand, the consumption expenditure on gold jewelry grew by 9% year-on-year to $35 billion, with all markets outside of China showing growth [2] Supply Dynamics - Global gold supply remained stable at 1206 tons in Q1, with record gold mine production offset by a slight decline in recycled gold supply [2] Market Outlook - The current market environment remains uncertain, with gold investment demand reaching its highest level for a first quarter since 2016, suggesting potential for further price increases [2]