UK Gold Market Report - 18 December 2025
Thursday, 18 December 20250
Continued bullish momentum into 2026 driven by structural demand despite short-term rebalancing risks
Gold Movement
-2.38%
Market Trend
up
Outlook
Bullish
Key Market Drivers
- UK inflation cooling to 3.2% boosting rate cut expectations
- Central bank gold buying momentum
- Geopolitical tensions and fiscal risks
- Strong industrial demand spillover effects
Market Insights
Gold up over 60% YTD in 2025 with forecasts to $4800-$5000 USD by 2026
Recent London Fix shows upward trajectory to $4342 USD/oz on Dec 17
UK-specific softer inflation supports easing monetary policy
Tomorrow's Outlook
Continued bullish momentum into 2026 driven by structural demand despite short-term rebalancing risks
Market Outlook
Continued bullish momentum into 2026 driven by structural demand despite short-term rebalancing risks
Market Insights
- Gold up over 60% YTD in 2025 with forecasts to $4800-$5000 USD by 2026
- Recent London Fix shows upward trajectory to $4342 USD/oz on Dec 17
- UK-specific softer inflation supports easing monetary policy
- LBMA benchmark central to global pricing but licensing required for data
Best Dealer Prices Today
Half Sovereign: £408.20 at BullionByPost Gold Sovereign: £805.40 at BullionByPost Double Sovereign: £1630.00 at BullionByPost
Key Market Drivers
- UK inflation cooling to 3.2% boosting rate cut expectations
- Central bank gold buying momentum
- Geopolitical tensions and fiscal risks
- Strong industrial demand spillover effects
Best Prices Today
Half Sovereign
£408.20
at BullionByPost
Gold Sovereign
£805.40
at BullionByPost
Double Sovereign
£1630.00
at BullionByPost
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