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Dubai’s gold trade grows 18%: six ways to strengthen its global role
Higher global prices and a wider network of trading partners are pushing Dubai up the precious-metals league table.
SSara Al MansooriMarkets editor3 November 2026 at 05:04 · UAE time 2 min read Arabic edition (independently edited)
The value of gold traded through Dubai rose 18% in the first nine months of the year, helped by record prices and stronger Asian demand.
Specialists point to six priorities, from responsible-sourcing standards and digital trading platforms to deeper links with refining hubs.
Logistics infrastructure and free zones remain central to moving the metal between continents.
Source: 24 Business
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