The price of gold in China serves as a critical economic indicator and a reflection of the country's financial health due to its role in various economic sectors. It influences investment decisions, acting as a safe-haven asset against inflation and economic uncertainties, which in turn affects individual and institutional investment portfolios. Changes in gold prices impact the People's Bank of China's monetary policy, particularly in matters of foreign reserves and currency valuation. The domestic jewelry market, directly tied to consumer demand, and the gold mining industry are also sensitive to price fluctuations, as are the country's trade dynamics. Additionally, gold serves as an essential liquidity source and holds cultural significance, affecting spending behavior during key festivals and celebrations. On a broader scale, as the world's largest gold consumer, fluctuations in China's gold prices can influence global gold markets, highlighting its global economic influence.
The information used in this data is China's gold consumption in three sectors (final, bar and jewelry) and its supply index is determined by the production of gold mines from 2010-2023 and its price data is daily.