为了提振黄金市场需求，印度商家们已经行动起来，力促节日消费水平维持此前水准。为了对冲需求不 足，印度黄金珠宝商加速自身产品的结构性调整。例如，18K金饰（纯度75%）市场份额从5%至7%跃 升至15%以上，价格较传统22K黄金低20%，以此迎合年轻消费者在婚庆刚需上的"轻量化"需求。 在印度约有三分之二的黄金需求由广大的农村市场驱动，而近期由于高关税的影响，印度农民收入水平 和未来前景难言乐观，该人群对黄金需求下降给整体市场行情造成了明显影响。在此背景下，消费者行 为呈现结构性调整：非必要首饰消费大幅萎缩，婚庆刚需黄金饰品呈轻量化设计及以旧换新态势。金属 市场研究机构金属聚焦公司（Metals Focus）发布的报告显示，今年一季度，在印度首饰消费中，以旧 换新占比高达60%。 与此同时，受金价持续走高影响，过去几周印度的消费者在投资属性上情绪提升。数据显示，今年一季 度，印度黄金交易型开放式证券投资基金规模接近1600亿元，较年初增长明显，反映出投资者对黄金的 长期配置意愿。世界黄金协会印度区首席执行官萨钦·贾恩指出，"即使实物量下降，印度的黄金需求仍 将高于去年"。他补充称，印度的投资需求，尤其是对黄金交 ...

Core Viewpoint - Gold prices in Dubai have seen a decline, with 22K gold maintaining above 400 dirhams per gram for four consecutive days, reflecting broader market trends influenced by U.S. economic data and Federal Reserve policies [1] Price Summary - Current price of 22K gold is 406.25 dirhams per gram, down from a peak of 408 dirhams [1] - 24K gold price decreased by nearly 2 dirhams to 438.75 dirhams per gram [1] - In India, 24K gold is priced at approximately 11,030 rupees per gram, while 22K gold is around 10,111 rupees per gram [1] Global Market Context - Global gold prices are slightly below historical highs, with recent trading around 3,635 dollars per ounce after peaking above 3,674 dollars [1] - Anticipation of two rate cuts by the Federal Reserve this year, starting potentially next week, has contributed to rising gold prices [1] - Gold prices have increased nearly 40% this year, driven by central bank purchases, rate cut expectations, and global tensions [1] Investor Sentiment - Political uncertainty in the U.S. and concerns over global trade have made gold a favored "safe haven" for investors [1]

Core Insights - India's gold demand during the festival season is expected to be weaker than last year due to record-high gold prices, which may suppress jewelry purchases and offset moderate growth in investment demand [1] - The decline in gold demand in India, the world's second-largest gold consumer, could limit the recent surge in global gold prices [1] - Despite high gold prices, investment demand, particularly for gold ETFs, has been rising, indicating a shift in consumer behavior towards long-term investment in gold [2] Group 1: Gold Demand Trends - Gold prices in India reached a historic peak of 109,840 rupees per 10 grams, up 42% year-to-date, with a 21% increase projected for 2024 [1] - Consumer budgets are fixed, making it difficult to keep up with rising gold prices, leading to an expected decline in physical demand by approximately 10%-15% [1] - The fourth quarter typically accounts for one-third of India's gold sales, driven by wedding season and festivals, with 2024 demand reaching 265.8 tons due to price corrections [1] Group 2: Investment Demand and Consumer Behavior - Investment demand, especially for gold ETFs, has been increasing, with the ETF size in India approaching 160 billion rupees in Q1 2025, reflecting a strong long-term allocation willingness [2] - Structural changes in consumer behavior are evident, with a significant decline in non-essential jewelry purchases, while wedding-related demand is maintained through lightweight designs and trade-in options [2] - The share of trade-in jewelry consumption reached 60% in Q1 2025, with retailers offering installment payment plans to ease budget constraints [2] Group 3: Retail Market Challenges - Recent tax relief measures may partially boost retail demand, but the benefits of tax cuts have already been largely realized in 2024, leading to a 27% year-on-year decline in gold imports from January to May 2025 [3] - Retail jewelry consumption fell by 25% year-on-year to 71 tons in Q1 2025, marking the lowest level since 2020, with southern markets experiencing a similar decline [3] - Jewelers are adjusting product structures, increasing the market share of 18K gold jewelry from 5%-7% to over 15%, appealing to younger consumers seeking fashion and value [3] Group 4: Future Outlook - The World Gold Council predicts that if gold prices exceed $3,000 per ounce, India's total gold demand may drop to 700 tons in 2025, the lowest in four years [4] - Some institutions remain optimistic, suggesting that as consumers adapt to high gold prices and with favorable monsoon conditions, demand may rebound by 5%-10% in the fourth quarter [4] - The decline in India's gold import demand may limit global gold price increases, but central bank purchases could provide long-term support for prices [5]