Record 45% of central banks plan to increase gold holdings, WGC survey finds

Central bank demand is described as a solid pillar of support for gold, with the World Gold Council saying official-sector buying should remain robust for the foreseeable future. The article reinforces a constructive demand backdrop after gold prices reached all-time highs earlier this year. The tone is supportive for bullion, though the piece is mostly commentary and unlikely to trigger a large immediate market move.

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Central bank demand is described as a solid pillar of support for gold, with the World Gold Council saying official-sector buying should remain robust for the foreseeable future. The article reinforces a constructive demand backdrop after gold prices reached all-time highs earlier this year. The tone is supportive for bullion, though the piece is mostly commentary and unlikely to trigger a large immediate market move.