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The World Gold Council released its “Gold Demand Trends” report for Q1/2025. Gold demand reached 1,206 tonnes in Q1/2025, a modest 1% rise year-over-year, marking the strongest first quarter since 2016. Investment demand drove the increase, with ETF inflows totaling 226 tonnes and overall investment reaching 552 tonnes, up 170% y/y. Jewellery demand dropped 21% to 380 tonnes, hit by record gold prices. Central bank purchases slowed slightly but remained steady at 244 tonnes. Mine production hit a Q1 record, while recycling dipped. Regional dynamics were mixed, with China and India leading investment demand. The outlook remains uncertain, with economic and geopolitical risks continuing to shape demand patterns across segments.

We now believe that there is at least a 50% probability of Israeli airstrikes against Iranian nuclear sites... Iran has multiple retaliatory options at its disposal...[and it begs the question:] Which options would most adversely affect the price of oil? [Let's take a look at what those options would be.] Words: 544