上述调查提供的数据显示，今年俄罗斯消费者对金条、金币和首饰等零售黄金的购买量预计将达到62.2 吨。 俄罗斯中央银行20日向俄罗斯国际文传电讯社确认，该行已开始出售储备的实物黄金，以弥补国家预算 所需资金。 英国BCS全球市场公司位于莫斯科的分析师德米特里·卡扎科夫说："关联制裁的限制出现后，（西方） 货币用于保存储蓄的便捷性降低。对黄金的需求自2022年起增加。" 俄央行未透露销售实物黄金的时间或规模。据俄罗斯多家媒体报道，俄罗斯持有超过2300吨黄金，是全 球第五大黄金储备国。 来源：新华网 据俄罗斯新闻社报道，乌克兰危机2022年2月全面升级以来，欧盟、七国集团冻结了俄罗斯接近一半外 汇储备，总额约3000亿欧元，其中大约2000亿欧元在欧洲清算银行等账户中。 美国彭博社上月底提供的数据显示，作为全球第二大黄金生产国，俄罗斯每年开采超过300吨黄金。然 而，自2022年以来，俄罗斯金条被禁止进入西方市场，而英国伦敦金银市场协会也不再接受俄罗斯黄 金。 为应对这一局面，俄罗斯取消针对零售黄金购买的增值税以刺激国内需求，并帮助受制裁矿企寻找出口 替代方案。 彭博社10月29日援引一项调查结果报道，在过去四年 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the contrasting trends in gold consumption between India and China, highlighting India's increasing demand for gold despite rising prices, while China's consumption is declining significantly [5][8][28]. Group 1: Gold Market Dynamics - Gold prices have surged dramatically, reaching $4000 per ounce from $1800 in early 2022, leading to a significant increase in gold imports in India, which rose nearly 100% month-on-month in September [5][8]. - In 2024, China's gold consumption is expected to drop by 10%, while India's is projected to increase by 6%, with gold jewelry consumption in China plummeting from 38% to 19% of global gold jewelry consumption, while India's share rose from 20% to 35% [8][28]. Group 2: Cultural Significance of Gold in India - India holds approximately 24,000 tons of gold in private hands, accounting for about 11% of the world's total gold supply, surpassing the reserves of major economies [11][12]. - Gold is deeply embedded in Indian culture and religion, viewed as a symbol of purity and prosperity, with significant importance placed on gold jewelry during weddings and festivals [21][22]. Group 3: Economic Implications of Gold Consumption - The reliance on gold as a savings mechanism has led to a situation where a third of India's savings are in the form of gold jewelry, which is not utilized in the economic cycle, effectively freezing wealth [27][28]. - India's gold imports account for 86% of its gold supply, leading to a significant trade deficit, with gold and its products being the second-largest import item, costing approximately $55.846 billion in the 2024-2025 fiscal year [28][32]. Group 4: Government Policies and Challenges - The Indian government has attempted to curb gold demand by increasing import duties, which has led to a rise in gold smuggling, as the price difference between legal and illegal gold becomes significant [32][33]. - The introduction of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) aimed to mobilize gold savings has resulted in substantial losses for the government, as the redemption prices have far exceeded the initial issue prices, leading to a situation where the government is termed as the "world's most unfortunate gold short" [34][35].

Core Viewpoint - The gold market in India is experiencing a significant surge in demand, contrasting sharply with declining consumption in China, driven by cultural factors and economic instability [3][41]. Group 1: Gold Price Trends - Gold prices have skyrocketed from $1,800 per ounce in early 2022 to $4,000 currently, reaching new highs [1]. - In September, India's gold imports increased nearly 100% month-on-month, amounting to approximately 120 tons [3]. Group 2: Consumption Patterns - In 2024, China's gold consumption is expected to drop by 10%, while India's is projected to rise by 6%, with a notable increase in gold jewelry consumption [3]. - India's share of global gold jewelry consumption rose from 20% to 35%, while China's share plummeted from 38% to 19% [3]. Group 3: Cultural Significance of Gold in India - Gold is deeply embedded in Indian culture, viewed as a symbol of purity and prosperity, with significant importance in religious practices and weddings [30][31]. - Many Indian families begin saving gold for their daughters from birth, as it serves as a form of wealth and security in marriage [33]. Group 4: Economic Implications - Approximately 51% of India's gold demand comes from the middle-income class, while 30% comes from the lower-income group, indicating a widespread cultural affinity for gold despite economic constraints [29]. - The reliance on gold as a savings mechanism has led to a significant portion of wealth being "frozen" in the form of jewelry, which does not contribute to economic circulation [42][44]. Group 5: Government Policies and Challenges - The Indian government has raised gold import duties multiple times to curb demand, leading to a rise in gold smuggling activities [47][49]. - The introduction of sovereign gold bonds aimed at mobilizing "sleeping gold" has resulted in significant financial losses for the government, as redemption prices have soared [56].