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  WGC & Linklaters Consulting unveils Wholesale Digital Gold   The World Gold Council (WGC), Linklaters and Hilltop Walk Consulting have unveiled a pioneering vision to transform the global gold market through the introduction of Wholesale Digital Gold—a transformative concept that will enhance how gold is owned, traded, and utilised.   In today’s wholesale market, gold trades are settled in two main structures. The first is allocated gold which involves direct ownership of specific physical bars but is operationally complex; and the second is unallocated gold, which has higher liquidity and lower costs, but may expose investors to the credit risk of the institution where the account is held. Following on from the FMSB’s Precious Metals Spotlight Reviews1, and in consultation with key industry participants; we propose a new way to settle gold, bridging the gap between these two structures. Pooled Gold Interests (PGI) combines the best of both worlds by provid...

  Jewellery demand drops 14%, bar & coin investment up 11%    The World Gold Council’s Q2 2025 Gold Demand Trends report reveals that total quarterly gold demand (including OTC1) reached 1,249t, a 3% increase year-on-year [YoY] amid a high price environment. Strong gold investment flows largely fuelled quarterly growth, as an increasingly unpredictable geopolitical environment and price momentum sustained demand.    Gold ETF investment remained a key driver of total demand, with inflows of 170t over the quarter, compared with small outflows in Q2 2024. Asian-listed funds were major contributors at 70t, keeping pace with US flows. Combined with record inflows in Q1, global gold ETF demand reached 397t, the highest first half total since 2020.    Total bar and coin investment also increased 11% year-on-year, adding 307t. Chinese investors led the way with a notable 44% year-on-year increase to 115t, while Indian investors continued to add...

  Young visionaries take centre stage at the GJEPC’s launchpad!    The future of India’s gem and jewellery industry came alive at the launch of InnovNXT 40 Under 40 in Mumbai on 25th June 2025- a dynamic initiative by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the apex body for the gem and Jewellery industry in India, aimed at recognising and empowering its next generation of leaders.    With the World Gold Council as Presenting Partner, Godrej as Associate Partner, and DSP Mutual Fund as Co-Partner, the event brought together trailblazers, changemakers, and thinkers under one roof for a day of insight, inspiration, and exchange.    The InnovNXT 40 Under 40 conference features a power-packed agenda that keeps the momentum going throughout the day. Sessions explore a wide range of topics; from the strategic journey of IPOs and wealth creation, to the growing influence of women in the jewellery sector.  Discussions dive in...

Gold has a key role as a strategic long-term investment   Recently, Gold as a strategic asset 2025, edition published by World Gold Council (WGC). The report spark all those portfolio player’s by asking, what makes gold a strategic asset?   Gold has a key role as a strategic long-term investment and as a mainstay allocation in a well-diversified portfolio. Investors have been able to recognise much of gold’s value over time by maintaining a long-term allocation and taking advantage of its safe-haven status during periods of economic uncertainty. Gold is a highly liquid asset, which is no one’s liability, carries no credit risk, and is scarce, historically preserving its value over time. It also benefits from diverse sources of demand: as an investment, a reserve asset, gold jewellery, and a technology component.    These attributes mean gold can enhance a portfolio in three key ways; 1: Delivering long-term returns, 2: Improving diversification & 3: Provi...

Gold in more than a decade up 28% through November   Gold is poised for its best annual performance in more than a decade up 28% through November. Behind this, central bank and investor buying have more than offset a notable deceleration in consumer demand.   Asian investors have been a near constant presence, while lower yields and a weakening US dollar in Q3 fuelled Western investment flows. However, it is gold’s role as a hedge amidst rising market volatility and geopolitical risk that most likely explains its remarkable performance. As we look forward, all eyes are focused on what Trump’s second term may mean for the global economy. Thrill-seeking investors may benefit from an early wave of risk-on flows, but potential trade wars and inflationary forces may spill over into an expected subpar economic growth.    The market consensus of key macro variables such as GDP, yields and inflation – if taken at face value – suggests a positive but much more modest ...