China Has Already Matched Last Year's Gold Import Demand

Gold and silver edged higher last week as investors weighed resilient physical demand against an evolving global market backdrop. Chinese gold imports remain on pace to surpass last year's total, while Hong Kong is preparing a tenfold expansion of its gold vault capacity, underscoring Asia's growing influence in the bullion market. Meanwhile, India's silver market continues to see tight physical supplies and elevated local premiums ahead of festival season. What do these developments mean for precious metals investors, and could they shape the next major move in gold and silver?