
Is China Stockpiling Silver? Read the Physical Market Signals First
The idea that China is stockpiling silver should be read alongside the structural deficit, global stock drawdowns, photovoltaic demand, and the still-tight U.S. rate backdrop.
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The idea that China is stockpiling silver should be read alongside the structural deficit, global stock drawdowns, photovoltaic demand, and the still-tight U.S. rate backdrop.
May 23, 2026
Market UpdateLBMA gold benchmarks remain at elevated levels, but higher U.S. Treasury yields and a firmer dollar are limiting near-term bullion momentum.
May 22, 2026
Market UpdateSpot gold weakened on Kitco, while the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rose to 4.61%. Bullion markets are now weighing dollar strength, Fed rate expectations, inflation, and safe-haven support more carefully.
May 21, 2026
Market UpdateThe latest LBMA benchmark shows gold remains at a high level, while U.S. inflation, Federal Reserve rate expectations, and the direction of the U.S. dollar are making bullion markets more selective in how they read near-term risk.
May 20, 2026
Market UpdateSpot gold slipped below $4,500 per ounce, according to Kitco, while a stronger U.S. dollar and Treasury yields remained the main pressure points for bullion.
May 19, 2026
InsightsLBMA sees the 2026 precious metals market still supported by safe-haven demand, real rates, and central bank diversification, while CME and Trading Economics point to near-term pressure from a stronger U.S. dollar, higher Treasury yields, and firmer inflation.
May 17, 2026
Market UpdateMiddle East tensions are keeping gold in a difficult position: safe-haven demand is supported, but higher energy prices are reinforcing inflation and keeping expectations for U.S. rates tighter.
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