Core Viewpoint - The recent tax policy adjustment in China's gold market aims to enhance tax regulation and management, addressing issues of tax evasion and arbitrage in the context of a sustained "gold buying frenzy" [1][8]. Tax Policy Mechanism - The new policy introduces a dual classification of gold usage: "investment purposes" and "non-investment purposes," with specific tax implications for each category [2]. - For investment gold, a "special invoice blocking mechanism" is established to prevent tax deductions from being passed down the supply chain, effectively closing loopholes for tax evasion [2]. - Non-investment gold will have a fixed deduction rate of 6%, ensuring a tax base while allowing reasonable deductions for industrial enterprises [3]. Market Impact - The new tax policy is expected to reshape investment flows and channel choices in the gold market, favoring transactions through exchanges due to lower tax burdens compared to non-exchange channels [4][5]. - Ordinary investors may increasingly prefer exchange channels for large investments, while also considering virtual trading options like gold ETFs and futures to balance convenience and tax advantages [5]. Compliance and Risk Management - The policy imposes stringent compliance requirements on exchange members, necessitating precise internal accounting and usage declarations for physical gold deliveries [6]. - A strict record-keeping system is mandated, requiring members to maintain detailed documentation of gold purchases and sales for tax verification [6][7]. - The policy includes severe penalties for non-compliance, emphasizing the importance of tax compliance for market participants [7]. Future Outlook - The new tax policy is seen as a significant step towards tax fairness, risk prevention, and market standardization, enhancing China's gold market's international competitiveness and pricing power [8].