Economy Events Local November 18, 2024

UAE Emerges as Key Player in Global Gold Trade

DMCC's latest report predicts UAE's rise as a central hub for gold trade, driven by major shifts in the global market. The upcoming Dubai Precious Metals Conference will address these developments.


UAE Emerges as Key Player in Global Gold Trade

DMCC, the leading international business district in Dubai, has published a special edition of its Future of Trade report, focusing on the precious metals industry and the current trends shaping the global market. The report forecasts the rise of an 'Asian Century' for gold due to major shifts in the global gold trade and emphasizes the development of a new gold economic corridor among BRICS nations, including the UAE.

According to DMCC's findings, the UAE is expected to become one of the most important hubs for the gold trade in the upcoming years. The report highlights a time of both opportunity and challenge for the gold industry as it adapts to a rapidly changing landscape. DMCC aims to work with its members and partners to solidify Dubai as the premier ecosystem for global precious metals trade.

Titled 'Trade, Technology and Markets in Transition,' the report offers insights into the current state of the global gold and silver markets. It notes that significant shifts in the industry are leading to unprecedented gold prices, influencing the global economy. The UAE is emerging as a vital player in the global precious metals market, capitalizing on its strategic location, robust regulatory framework, and advanced infrastructure to reshape the gold trade bridging East and West.

Technological advancements from AI-driven exploration to blockchain-based tracking systems are revolutionizing how gold is sourced, traded, and invested in. The report suggests several key recommendations for governments and businesses to drive industry evolution and promote growth. These include enhancing transparency, facilitating trade liberalization, boosting digital innovation, and establishing global standards for digital and blockchain solutions.

The report underscores Dubai's pivotal role as a leading precious metals hub and highlights its significance in the industry's transformation. The upcoming Dubai Precious Metals Conference is expected to gather influential leaders and stakeholders to discuss the industry's future. DMCC's Future of Trade report series, including the special editions on precious metals and diamonds, aims to provide valuable insights into global trade trends.

Geopolitical challenges, such as sanctions against Russia, have contributed to shifts in the global financial economy, prompting countries to reassess their dependence on the US dollar and the security of their gold holdings. Amid these changes, the UAE, represented by DMCC, strives to strengthen its position as a key player in the global precious metals market and contribute to shaping the industry's future.