Soaring gold prices fuel Asian gold recycling boom — how can investors time their moves?

In August 2026, Asia's gold recycling market saw explosive growth driven by record-high gold prices. With recycling volumes in major markets such as China, India, and Japan surging 35% year on year, cashing in old gold has become a key supplement to the gold supply chain. This article analyzes the economic logic behind the recycling boom, new industry trends, and offers investors multiple strategies for managing gold assets at elevated prices.