World Gold Council: Gold demand near record levels, central banks buy 321 tonnes, ETFs boom
Reported by Shanghai Metals Market: “World Gold Council: Gold demand near record levels, central banks buy 321 tonnes, ETFs boom”. Gold settled at $4,073 an ounce on November 4, 2026 — $130.95 per gram, +3.37% on the day. The headline carries a figure: 321 tonnes — quoted as published, not independently verified.
Official-sector buying or selling changes physical demand and long-term market expectations. Persistent purchases can support the market, but do not guarantee an immediate price increase.
- official reserves
- physical demand
- currency confidence
- long-term expectations
- next reserve disclosure
- net purchase volume
- geographic breadth
- official confirmation of 321 tonnes
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