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World Gold Council
As a leading organisation in the gold industry, we’re committed to shaping the conversation around gold and creating a brighter future for all.
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Latest
2023 Central Bank Gold Reserves Survey
Following a historical high level of central bank gold buying, gold continues to be viewed favourably by central banks. Our 2023 survey revealed that 24% of central banks intend to increase their holding reserves in the next 12 months.
30th May
Monthly ETF Commentary
Continued gold price strength sustained positive flows into physically-backed gold ETFs, albeit at a slower pace than March.
10 May, 2023
Gold Market Commentary
Gold rose by just 0.1% in April, to US$1,983/oz, as the March banking crisis - which had propelled gold sharply higher - abated and drove some profit taking.
10 May, 2023
Gold Demand Trends Q1 2023
Continued momentum in central bank buying and resurgent Chinese consumer demand contrasted with a negative contribution from ETFs and weakness in India.
05 March 2023
Gold Market Primer: Market size and structure
This Primer gives an overview of the available above-ground stock of gold, the relative size of the financial gold market, and the composition of demand and supply that supports gold’s investment credentials.
27 April, 2023
The case for a strategic allocation to gold
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.
31 March
Gold Demand Trends Full Year 2022
Colossal central bank purchases, aided by vigorous retail investor buying and slower ETF outflows, lifted annual demand to an 11-year high.
31 January, 2023
Gold and ESG
Responsible Gold Mining
Ensuring high ESG standards across the gold supply chain
Gold and Climate Change
Analysing gold’s relationship with climate change
Gold’s Contribution to Society
Understanding gold’s role in socio-economic development
Our Documentary Series
The Golden Thread
The Golden Thread documentary series is an in-depth exploration of the role of gold in our past, present and future, from art and culture through science and technology.
Latest Research
Gold Market Commentary
Following a historical high level of central bank gold buying, gold continues to be viewed favourably by central banks. Our 2023 survey revealed that 24% of central banks intend to increase their holding reserves in the next 12 months.
ETF Commentary
Continued gold price strength sustained positive flows into physically-backed gold ETFs, albeit at a slower pace than March.