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Hong Kong gold imports dip 18% in July amid vault construction boom

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Hong Kong's gold imports saw an 18% decrease in July, totaling approximately 107 tonnes, a decline from previous record highs. This dip follows a period of significant inventory build-up by mainland corporate buyers who are investing in new bullion vaults. Despite the monthly decrease, demand remains strong compared to earlier in the year, as companies position Hong Kong as a key hub for precious metal trade in Asia. AI

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Hong Kong gold imports dip 18% in July amid vault construction boom

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Julie Zhang ·

    Hong Kong gold imports fall 18% in July as mainland giants rush to build vaults

    Gold flows into Hong Kong eased to about 107 tonnes in July despite mainland corporate buyers pouring capital into new bullion vaults, as they bet on the city’s strategic ambition to establish itself as Asia’s premier hub for the precious metal. The city’s non-monetary gold impor…

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