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‏Global demand for gold reaches 5002 tons annually for the first time in history

Despite a decline in prices over the past period, demand for gold remains strong, reaching a record level for the first time in history.

Global demand for gold increased by 40 tons year-over-year in 2025, reaching an unprecedented 5002 tons.

This represents the fourth consecutive annual increase since 2021, with total gold demand rising by 292 tons during this period, according to The Kobeissi Letter analysis.

In dollar terms, total demand for gold jumped 45% year-over-year to $552 billion, the highest level ever, having doubled since 2022.

This coincides with an increase in global ETF holdings of gold by 801 tons year-over-year, marking the second strongest annual performance in its history.

In the same context, demand for gold bars and coins reached its highest level in 12 years, totaling 1374 tons.

Central bank gold purchases amounted to 863 tons in 2025, making it the fourth highest level ever, surpassing the average annual volume between 2010 and 2021, which was 473 tons.

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