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World - Gold - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Article Publishing Date: May 28, 2018

Which Country Imports the Most Gold in the World?

IndexBox has just published a new report "World: Gold Including Gold Plated With Platinum - Market Report. Analysis and Forecast to 2025". Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

In 2016, the global imports of gold totaled X tons, reducing by -X% against the previous year figure. Overall, it indicated a prominent expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on the result of 2016, gold imports decreased by -X% against its level of 2013. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013, when import increased by X% year-to-year. In that year, global gold imports reached its maximum volume of X tons. From 2014 to 2016, growth of global gold imports stood at a somewhat lower level.

In value terms, gold imports amounted to $X in 2016. In general, gold imports continue to indicate a strong increase. Global gold import peaked of $X in 2013- however, from 2014 to 2016, it failed to regain its strength.

Top Gold Importing Countries in the World

X. Switzerland (X billion USD)

X. China (X billion USD)

X. United Arab Emirates (X billion USD)

X. China, Hong Kong SAR (X billion USD)

X. India (X billion USD)

X. United Kingdom (X billion USD)

X. USA (X billion USD)

X. Turkey (X billion USD)

X. Canada (X billion USD)

X. Spain (X billion USD)

Gold Imports By Country

In 2016, Switzerland (X tons), distantly followed by China (X tons), China, Hong Kong SAR (X tons), United Arab Emirates (X tons), India (X tons), and the UK (X tons) represented the major importers of gold, together committing X% of total imports. The following importers - the U.S. (X tons), Canada (X tons), Spain (X tons), and Turkey (X tons) together made up X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2016, the most notable growth rate of gold imports, among the main importing countries, was attained by China (+X% per year), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X), China ($X) and United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2016, with a combined X% share of global imports.

China (+X% per year) experienced the highest rates of growth with regard to the gold imports, in terms of the main importing countries, over the last X years, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Gold Import Prices By Country

In 2016, the average import price for gold amounted to $X per kg, moving up by X% against the previous year. Overall, gold import price continues to indicate a modest increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011, an increase of X% y-o-y. Global gold import peaked of $X per kg in 2012- however, from 2013 to 2016, it failed to regain its strength.

Import prices varied noticeably by country of destination. the country with the highest import prices was China ($X per kg), while Spain ($X per kg) was among the lowest.

From 2007 to 2016, the most notable growth rate of gold import prices was attained by China (+X% per year), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Do you want to know more about global gold market? Get the latest trends and insight from our report. It includes a wide range of statistics on

  • gold market share
  • gold prices
  • gold industry
  • gold sales
  • gold import
  • gold export
  • gold market forecast
  • gold price forecast
  • key gold producers

All data provided in this article covers the following product: HS Code X - Gold (including gold plated with platinum) unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global gold market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 24412030 - Gold, unwrought or in powder form for non-monetary use (including plated with platinum)
  • Prodcom 24412035 -
  • Prodcom 24412040 -
  • Prodcom 24412050 - Gold, in semi-manufactured forms for non-monetary use (including plated with platinum) (excluding unwrought or in powder form)
  • Prodcom 24412070 - Monetary gold (including gold plated with platinum)

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Newmont Goldcorp, Barrick Gold, Franco-Nevada, Polyus Gold, Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, Newcrest Mining, Gold Fields, Kinross Gold, AngloGold Ashanti, Yamana Gold, Eldorado Gold, Goldcorp, Harmony Gold, China National Gold Group Corporation, Shandong Gold Group, Shanghai Construction Group, Sino Gold Mining, Lingbao Gold, Zhaojin Mining, Zijin Mining

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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