The safe-haven value of gold is highlighted: gold prices see the biggest increase in 45 years, as Hong Kong's financial infrastructure upgrade is underway

PriceOracleFairy · 2026-01-18T04:00:14+00:00

Recently, gold has gained attention as a safe-haven asset, with prices expected to rise over 60% by 2025, the largest increase since 1979. Global gold demand has significantly increased, especially in the active Hong Kong market, where the daily average trading volume has more than doubled year-on-year. Meanwhile, Hong Kong is building a central gold settlement system to improve trading efficiency and liquidity. This trend indicates a change in market risk appetite and is of great significance to Web3 investors.

PriceOracleFairy

2026-01-18 04:00:14

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【BlockBeats】A recent interesting signal from the international financial markets—gold, a traditional safe-haven asset, is gaining popularity again. Data shows that by 2025, gold prices will have increased by over 60% cumulatively, marking the largest annual gain since 1979 and a historic-level market trend. The total global demand for gold reached $146 billion by the third quarter of last year, a 44% year-over-year increase, indicating a renewed interest among institutions and investors in this classic safe-haven instrument.

Interestingly, participation in Asian markets is heating up significantly. Hong Kong, as a financial hub, has a vibrant spot gold trading market. As of November last year, the average daily trading volume on the Hong Kong Gold Exchange reached HKD 2.9 billion, more than doubling compared to the previous year, showing that many funds are seeking alternative safe-haven channels.

Infrastructure developments are also accelerating—Hong Kong is establishing a central gold settlement system, a major upgrade in financial infrastructure. The new system is expected to improve trading efficiency, reduce costs, and increase liquidity, with a trial operation planned for this year. Notably, the system has also invited participation from leading mainland gold exchanges, reflecting deeper regional financial cooperation.

For Web3 investors, this trend is also worth considering—against the backdrop of rising global economic uncertainty, the activity in traditional safe-haven assets reflects a shift in market risk appetite, which often impacts the entire asset allocation ecosystem.

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NoodlesOrTokens

· 13h ago

Gold is surging again, and this rally is really fierce. The biggest increase in 46 years indicates that everyone is rushing into safe-haven assets, feeling uncertain inside. Hong Kong's central gold settlement system is playing it cleverly; it seems to be aiming to seize international pricing power. Daily trading volume has doubled to 2.9 billion HKD, and the capital flow is very clear. I'm still optimistic about precious metals. But what signals are behind this sudden surge in gold? Is there trouble brewing somewhere... Institutions are stockpiling gold. Should I follow or stay cautious? Financial infrastructure in Asia is upgrading very quickly. Hong Kong still has some real skills.

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0xInsomnia

· 13h ago

A 60% increase in gold is really outrageous. It feels like the whole world is rushing into the market. In Hong Kong, the daily average transaction volume of 2.9 billion has doubled. It seems crazier than the crypto world.

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Anon4461

· 13h ago

Gold is surging again, this is the real safe haven, much more reliable than some cryptocurrencies. Hong Kong's recent financial infrastructure upgrades are indeed impressive; it feels like institutions are quietly making big moves. A 60% increase? I missed out, but seeing traditional assets regain popularity is pretty interesting. A daily trading volume of HKD 2.9 billion? Wow, the liquidity is really deep here, funds are flowing into this market. The biggest annual increase since 1979, buddy. Honestly, this thing can't sustain without real demand backing it. Hong Kong is developing a gold central settlement system, aiming to become another international financial hub. So, should I allocate some gold... judging by the current situation, I’m a bit tempted. All the institutional money is piling into gold, while retail investors are still debating when to buy—laughable. The safe haven value of gold? I just want to know how high it can go now.

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