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Gold and Silver retreat from highs on profit booking AUGMONT BULLION REPORT

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  • A record climb towards $3640 (~Rs 107,200) has caused gold to see some profitbooking, halting its longest winning run since March but keeping it close to record highs due to rising demand for safe haven assets and anticipation of US monetary easing.
  • A potential Supreme Court battle was set in motion on Wednesday when the Trump administration challenged a court decision that invalidated the majority of his international tariffs. Gold and silver continued to be supported by these additional uncertainties, which also included anxieties about debt and the independence of the Federal Reserve.
  • In the meantime, July statistics revealed a greater-than-anticipated decline in US job postings, indicating a worse labour market and supporting speculation of a possible rate decrease in September. For more hints on economic momentum and Fed policy, investors are now waiting for Friday’s nonfarm payrolls report, ADP employment data, and US unemployment claims.

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  • Gold and Silver prices have achieved all short-term targets; prices are expected to continue their profit-booking and consolidation after a sharp run-up.

    Support and Resistance

    CommoditySupport LevelResistance Level
    International Gold$3500/oz$3650/oz
    Indian Gold₹103,500 / 10 gm₹107,500 / 10 gm
    International Silver$40.40/oz$43/oz
    Indian Silver₹123,000 / kg₹130,000 / kg

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    Platinum Jewellery Gains Share Amid Record Gold Prices, PGI Reports Q4 2025 Market Shifts

    Momentum key Regions In The Q4 Validates Platinum’s Growing Relevance In Today’s Jewellery Market.

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    The Platinum Guild International (PGI) today released its Q4 2025 Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR), highlighting varying regional performance trends, with platinum’s value proposition remaining supportive in key markets against a backdrop of record-high gold prices and evolving trade dynamics.

    Tim Schlick, CEO of Platinum Guild International, Said:

    “The momentum we observed across key regions in the fourth quarter validates platinum’s growing relevance in today’s jewellery market. With gold prices remaining elevated, platinum continues to offer a premium yet accessible alternative that appeals to value-conscious consumers and luxury buyers alike. Looking ahead, PGI remains committed to partnering with the trade to capitalise on this favourable price dynamic—driving innovation, supporting strategic marketing initiatives, and reinforcing platinum’s enduring value in bridal, fashion, and other key segments.”

    Regional Market Highlights

    China

    China’s platinum fabrication softened further in Q4 after a strong first half, but still recorded a 56% annual increase for 2025. The slowdown was driven by a combination of slower inventory turnover and elevated metal prices, which diverted retailer capital towards gold and dampened restocking sentiment. Wholesalers liquidated generic stock to realise capital gains, while retailers prioritised operational resilience. Despite significant challenges, PGI’s retail partners outperformed the broader market, achieving a 7% year-over-year increase in platinum jewellery sales volume during the last quarter of 2025.

    India and the Middle East

    In India, platinum jewellery continued to outperform the broader market, with strategic partners’ retail sales growing 10% year-over-year. Overall jewellery demand saw a marginal uptick, supported by the festive season and a shift toward lightweight purchases, though volume growth was constrained by a high comparison base and sharp gold price increases. Promotional efforts for brands such as Men of Platinum reinforced platinum’s value amidst price volatility.

    PGI continued expanding its UAE presence by onboarding new retailers, bringing the total to 174 stores at the end of 2025.

    Japan

    Japan’s jewellery market saw value recover in Q4 due to sustained price increases, while platinum jewellery unit sales recorded a notable 1.5% year-on-year recovery. This upturn was partly supported by substitution away from gold amid extreme price volatility. For the full year, platinum’s share of unit sales rose, whilst white gold’s share declined.

    United States

    In the U.S., platinum jewellery sales reflected a clear divergence between declining unit volumes and strong value growth, with dollar sales significantly outpacing volumes. Record-high gold prices cooled volume demand across the broader industry, but platinum’s price—remaining less than half that of gold—bolstered its appeal. Despite tariff-related headwinds, the shift from white gold to platinum accelerated, with strategic partners reporting double-digit revenue growth.

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