The World Gold Council said investment demand is likely to be the main driver of gold demand growth for the remainder of 2026, increasingly supported by OTC trading and Asian investor flows; central banks will remain key buyers. High gold prices are

2026-07-30

The World Gold Council said investment demand is likely to be the main driver of gold demand growth for the remainder of 2026, increasingly supported by OTC trading and Asian investor flows; central banks will remain key buyers. High gold prices are expected to continue suppressing jewelry volumes, while responses in mine output and recycled supply are likely to be muted. Western gold ETF flows should remain sensitive to US real yields, Fed policy expectations and the dollar. Technology demand for gold may benefit from AI-related investment, but downside risks are accumulating.