为创纪录金价“撑腰”！印度9月金银进口量环比翻倍

Core Insights - Despite record high gold and silver prices, India's gold and silver imports nearly doubled in September compared to August, driven by banks and jewelers stockpiling ahead of the festive season and potential import tax hikes [2][3] Group 1: Import Trends - India, as the world's second-largest consumer of precious metals, is experiencing a surge in imports, which is expected to support the record gold prices this week [3] - In August, India imported 64.17 tons of gold at a cost of $5.4 billion and 410.8 tons of silver at a cost of $45.16 million [3] Group 2: Market Dynamics - The Indian government is set to release September trade data in mid-October, with gold futures reaching a historic high of ₹116,900 per 10 grams and silver futures climbing to ₹144,330 per kilogram [4] - Jewelers have been waiting for a price correction but are now compelled to pay premiums for stockpiling due to rising prices and the approaching festive season [4][5] Group 3: Pricing and Demand - Current trading shows gold prices in India are quoted at a premium of up to $8 per ounce over the official domestic price, including 6% import tax and 3% sales tax [6] - Strong physical buying in India is surprising the market, especially as demand in other Asian countries remains subdued [6]