International gold prices have been volatile recently. Shenzhen’s Shuibei gold
market saw a clear summer pickup in foot traffic and demand; merchants report
overall sales rose roughly 10% in July versus June. Wedding-themed jewelery is
particularly strong and younger buyers show a preference for lighter, smaller
pieces. By contrast, pure gold buyback/recycling counters are quiet: falling
buyback prices have cut the number of customers selling gold for cash.