金价创1979年以来最大年涨幅

Core Insights - Gold prices have reached a historical high, with London spot gold nearing $4,060 per ounce, marking the largest annual increase since 1979, driven by factors such as Federal Reserve interest rate cut expectations and U.S. tariffs [1] Group 1: Gold Price Trends - As of the morning of the 13th, London spot gold was reported at $4,047.30 per ounce, reflecting a 0.72% increase [1] - The New York Mercantile Exchange gold futures contract has seen a cumulative increase of over 51% this year, with a weekly rise of 2.34% [1] - The World Gold Council indicates that this year has the highest price increase for gold since 1979 [1] Group 2: Consumption Patterns - China's gold consumption is projected to be 505.205 tons in the first half of 2025, showing a year-on-year decline of 3.54% [1] - Gold jewelry consumption in China has decreased by 26% to 199.826 tons, while gold bars and coins have increased by 23.69% to 264.242 tons [1] - Industrial and other gold usage has seen a slight increase of 2.59% to 41.137 tons [1] Group 3: Market Dynamics - The current gold market is experiencing a structural shift, with investment demand for gold surpassing its decorative use, becoming the main driving force in the market [1]