Investor gold demand declines in Q1 2026 as geopolitical volatility clouds sentiment

World Gold Council report

Michael Nelson
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Investor demand for gold dropped in the first quarter of 2026, according to the World Gold Council’s (WGC) latest report, but persistent geopolitical instability could see strong demand return.

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