Bloomberg
Hong Kong Sets Out Gold Hub as Driver for Commodities and Yuan
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Hong Kong outlined plans to establish itself as a global gold trading center as part of its first five-year plan, with officials stating the hub would facilitate trading in additional commodities and increase international use of the yuan. The plan did not specify a timeline or funding allocation for the initiative. Hong Kong currently hosts the London Metal Exchange and operates as a regional financial center for commodities trading.
