Gold market shows resilience as price momentum cools Business

Gold market shows resilience as price momentum cools

The World Gold Council’s Q2 2026 Gold Demand Trends report reveals that total gold demand was flat year-on-year at 1,269t, as the gold price eased from the record highs seen at the start of 2026. This pushed demand for H1 2% higher year-on-year to an estimated 2,522t worth US$380bn. Investment in gold ETFs, bars and coins dropped […]

Buying gold? Here’s how to make sure you’re not overpaying Business

Buying gold? Here’s how to make sure you’re not overpaying

Muscat: Gold remains one of the most popular purchases in Oman, whether for weddings, gifts or long-term savings. Yet many shoppers walk into jewellery stores without fully understanding how the final price is calculated, making them vulnerable to overpaying. Industry experts say that while gold prices are largely linked to international market rates, several factors […]