- Investments in gold have reached a 32-year high.
- In this way, investors seek to protect themselves from inflation.
Gold investment has reached its highest level in 32 years, reflecting asset diversification to protect against inflation. Notably, this process is no longer limited to central banks.
On According to According to the Kobeissi Letter, central bank gold reserves rose to 26,6% of total reserves in 2025, the highest level since 1993. Retail investors also increased their share of gold portfolios: last year, the share of gold in retail investor portfolios reached 2,7%.
Gold Allocation Among Central Banks and Private Investors. Data from The Kobeissi Letter
Central Bank SurveyA World Council survey conducted in 2025 found that 95% of respondents expect global official reserves to increase over the next 12 months. Another 43% believe their central bank will increase its reserves.
Japan is responsible for record-breaking physical gold shipments. According to Kobeissi, Japan’s exports grew 35,6% year-on-year in fiscal year 2025, which ended in March 2026. They reached $25,5 billion, the highest level since statistics began in 1988.
The average export price increased by 48,7% year-on-year, reaching a record $117,400 per kilogram. This increase is attributed to a sharp rise in global prices.
Japan’s gold imports also rose 120% year-on-year to approximately $1,1 billion, the highest level on record.
In fiscal year 2025, the country exported over 200 metric tons, exceeding its imports. Net export value reached $24,4 billion, an increase of 37,9% compared to the previous year.
According to the Ministry of Finance, Japan’s domestic production is too low to explain the surge in exports. Most likely, smuggled gold is the cause.
Timetable Scalar Field shows that futures have maintained a strong upward trend over the past year. Daily closing prices GC=F rose from $3317 per ounce to $4550. This represents a 37% increase over the past year.
Source: scalarfield.io
The chart also shows a peak at $5318 before the latest correction below $4400, which, however, is described as temporary.
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