UK Gold Market Report - 16 December 2025
Tuesday, 16 December 20250
Bullish momentum persists into 2026 despite short-term consolidation, supported by safe-haven flows and central bank demand; risks from US inflation rebound or geopolitical resolutions
Gold Movement
-0.56%
Market Trend
up
Outlook
Bullish
Key Market Drivers
- Robust central bank purchases
- Safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions
- Weaker dollar and UK sterling instability
- Year-to-date surge of over 60%
Market Insights
Gold at £2,490.14/oz with weekly decline but strong yearly performance
LBMA London Fix shows recent highs around 4337 USD/oz on Dec 15
COMEX positioning bullish with money manager net long at 300.7t
Market Outlook
Bullish momentum persists into 2026 despite short-term consolidation, supported by safe-haven flows and central bank demand; risks from US inflation rebound or geopolitical resolutions
Best Prices
Half Sovereign
£403.70
at BullionByPost
Gold Sovereign
£796.40
at BullionByPost
Double Sovereign
£1611.00
at BullionByPost
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