Core Insights - The World Gold Council reported that September saw the largest monthly inflow of physical gold ETFs in history, contributing to a record total inflow of $26 billion for Q3 [1] - As of the end of Q3, global gold ETF assets under management (AUM) reached $472 billion, marking a new historical high [1] Inflows by Region - North America and Europe were the dominant forces, with inflows of approximately $10.6 billion and $4.4 billion in September, respectively [1] - North America recorded a 6% increase in total holdings [3] - Europe experienced its third strongest monthly inflow ever, driven by strong demand in the UK, Switzerland, and Germany, despite unchanged interest rates from the European Central Bank and the Bank of England [10] Demand Drivers - Key drivers for the increased demand included ongoing trade, policy, and geopolitical risks, a weakening dollar, and concerns over a potential government shutdown [8] - The Federal Reserve's 25 basis point rate cut in September and expectations for further cuts this year have also contributed to the rising interest in gold [8] - Investors are seeking safe-haven assets amid stock market highs and strong macroeconomic data, which has supported gold demand [8] Asian Market Dynamics - Asia saw inflows of approximately $9.02 million in September, primarily from China and Japan, with India leading the region due to the depreciation of the Indian rupee and weak domestic stock market performance [14] Trading Volume and Market Activity - The average daily trading volume for gold reached $191 billion, a 12% increase from the previous month, significantly higher than the same period in 2024 [15] - Gold ETF trading volume surged to an average of $8 billion per day, reflecting an 84% increase [15] - The New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Shanghai Futures Exchange saw significant increases in trading volumes, contributing to overall market activity [19]
世界黄金协会：西方黄金ETF需求势头不减 三季度更创历史纪录
智通财经网·2025-10-21 13:16