Authorities in the Chinese gold retail hub of Shenzhen issued a stark warning against illegal activities, following a string of high profile scandals emerging from a wave of speculation into precious metals.
Global Gold Demand
India’s Gold Imports Down 25% In First Quarter
Gold Silver Reports (GSR) – Gold imports had amounted to $11.26 billion in the corresponding quarter of last financial year. The imports of the metal have been declining since January this year. Contraction in gold imports help contain the current account deficit.
Gold Prices Slip Today on Weak Demand, Silver Reclaims ₹ 41000 Mark
Gold Silver Reports (GSR) – Gold prices moved down by ₹ 55 to ₹ 31,595 per 10 grams on Tuesday, due to sluggish trend overseas amid slowing demand from local jewellers, reported PTI. Globally, gold prices hit its lowest in more than six months as a sell-off in global risk assets eased. Moreover, the metal remained under pressure from the prospect that rising US interest rates will further support the US dollar.