Chinese gold imports hit highest level in nearly a decade
China imported more than 1,100 tonnes of gold in the first eight months of 2026, the highest level since at least 2017. Strong investment demand and a robust yuan drove the surge.
Gold Market
China imported more than 1,100 tonnes of gold in the first eight months of 2026, the highest level since at least 2017. Strong investment demand and a robust yuan drove the surge.
A comparison of home storage, bank safe deposit boxes, and professional vaults for physical gold, covering the key trade-offs of each option.
Physical gold always costs more than the spot price; this article explores the factors that create that premium.
Gold bars offer lower premiums per ounce, while coins provide greater liquidity and divisibility; the choice depends on storage, budget, and resale goals.
A gold ETF holds allocated bullion or derivatives, offering indirect exposure, while physical gold means direct ownership with storage and liquidity trade-offs.
Gold trades at three different price levels: spot, futures, and physical. Each serves a distinct market and is influenced by different factors.