贵金属销售全线爆发 金银铂齐创纪录

Group 1 - The Royal Mint reported record online sales of gold, silver, and platinum bars during the first quarter of the 2025-2026 fiscal year, specifically from April to June [1][3] - Gold prices in GBP reached five new historical highs, peaking over £2500 in April, leading to unprecedented participation from UK investors [3] - Despite a 17% decrease compared to the record fourth quarter, sales revenue for online bullion coins (gold, silver, and platinum) was still strong, up 115% year-on-year [3] Group 2 - Silver prices surpassed £27 per ounce in June for the first time since 2011, with silver sales increasing by 51% year-on-year [3] - Platinum sales surged by 188% compared to the previous year, indicating strong demand for precious metals [3] - The number of customers selling precious metals back to the Royal Mint reached a record high, with the value of sold coins increasing by 75% quarter-on-quarter and 55% year-on-year [3] Group 3 - A notable transaction involved a customer who purchased gold bars in October 2024 and sold them in June, realizing a tax-free profit of £70,000 [4] - The Royal Mint's products are classified as capital gains tax-exempt investments, reflecting a significant evolution in UK precious metal investment [5] - Investors are increasingly reallocating their portfolios towards silver and platinum, with activity in these metals rising alongside gold, indicating a growing awareness of their value [5]