China's young generation powering gold rush


Customers view gold jewelry at a gold shop in Jinan, capital of East China's Shandong province, on Jan 27, 2024. - Xinhua

JINAN/GUIYANG: Gold had once lost its popularity in China as mainstream consumers turned to diamonds and other gems due to changing consumption perceptions.

However, the precious metal has regained its lost glitter as a new gold rush is on, with China's younger population leading the way.

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