VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-21
“Annual gold consumption is running at record levels of almost 5,000 [metric] tons per annum. At the same time, supply increases by little more than 1.5% annually, providing a favorable backdrop for the market.”
Theo Botoulas · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
Theo Botoulas outlined annual gold consumption levels and constrained supply growth.
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