Commodities / Gold
Gold, silver, and commodity ETF analysis and market insights.

Gold Breaks Out as China's Central Bank Buying Gains Momentum
China's central bank extended its gold-buying streak to 21 consecutive months in July 2026, adding 640,000 ounces—the largest monthly purchase since October 2023. The accelerated sovereign buying, combined with a technical breakout in gold prices, strengthens the long-term investment case for the pr

Albilad Gold ETF vs. SPDR Gold Shares (GLD): Which Gold ETF Fits Your Portfolio?
Compare Albilad Gold ETF and SPDR Gold Shares across structure, costs, performance, and accessibility. Discover which physically backed gold ETF suits GCC investors best.

Bank of Korea Returns to Gold After a 13-Year Pause
The Bank of Korea is resuming physical gold purchases for the first time since 2013, joining a global trend of central banks increasing bullion allocations. The move provides 4-5 tonnes annually and reflects broader investor confidence in gold ETFs.

ADGM in UAE approves Tether Gold as spot traded commodity
Abu Dhabi's Global Market (ADGM) has approved Tether Gold (XAU₮) as an Accepted Spot Commodity, enabling regulated firms to offer blockchain-backed physical gold tokens. Each XAU₮ represents one troy ounce of London Good Delivery gold.

China Continues to Buy Gold at a Discount. Should You?
China Bought the Pullback, Not a Special Discount

US-Iran Tensions Hit GCC and Global Markets
The trigger is familiar, but the market response is more selective than a panic bid for every haven.

Gold Falls Below $4,000: ETF Outflows, GLD Technicals and Outlook
Gold’s Worst Quarter in Years

UAE Lexim soon to offer tokenized gold regulated by VARA Dubai
Lexim received virtual asset broker dealer license from VARA

Dubai Pushes Deeper Into Gold Market Infrastructure with a Single Day Futures Contract
Dubai is moving to strengthen its role in global bullion trading

Central Banks’ Gold Survey Reveals Why Gold Demand Could Stay Strong
The World Gold Council's 2026 Central Bank Gold Survey reveals that central banks remain strongly committed to gold buying, with record participation highlighting gold's role as a reserve asset amid geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns.

What India's Gold ETF Revolution Reveals About the Future of GCC ETF Markets
India's gold ETF market has surged from $2.5B to $18.3B in four years, with retail investor participation tripling. This structural shift offers valuable lessons for developing ETF markets across the GCC region.

Gold Pulls Back as Rate Fears, Oil Shock and ETF Flows Pressure the Rally
Gold has dropped to an 11-week low below $4,200/oz as stronger U.S. employment data and rising oil prices revive concerns about prolonged Fed rate hikes. Rate expectations and inflation worries from geopolitical tensions now outweigh safe-haven demand.
