Global gold trading hub status attracts industry leaders to set up operations in Hong Kong

South China Morning Post - Oct 26, 2026

Investment in gold – long considered a traditional safe-haven during uncertain times – is taking on renewed importance amid the current global geopolitical uncertainty, market volatility and shifting confidence. For Hong Kong, this surge in interest comes as it is increasing its effort to become an international gold trading centre – a role that builds on its strengths as an international centre for finance, legal services, logistics and its connection with mainland China. The city’s government...

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