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France: Gold Market 2025

Gold Market Size in France

After nine years of growth, the French gold market decreased by -83.8% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, recorded mild growth. Gold consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Gold Production in France

In value terms, gold production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 64%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Gold Exports

Exports from France

In 2021, approx. X tons of gold were exported from France; growing by 13% compared with 2020. In general, exports, however, saw a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 64%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, gold exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 23%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Switzerland (X tons) were the main destinations of gold exports from France, with a combined 88% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Germany, the United States, Portugal and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 7%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +5.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for gold exported from France were Spain ($X), Switzerland ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 94% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Switzerland, with a CAGR of +6.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average gold export price amounted to $X per kg, picking up by 4.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 49%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per kg. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per kg), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($X per kg) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Switzerland (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Gold Imports

Imports into France

After two years of growth, overseas purchases of gold decreased by -56.5% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a moderate increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 351% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, gold imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 39%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Switzerland (X tons) were the main suppliers of gold imports to France, together comprising 78% of total imports. Italy, the UK, Cuba, the United States and Guinea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Cuba (with a CAGR of +159.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X), Spain ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest gold suppliers to France, together comprising 82% of total imports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +73.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average gold import price stood at $X per kg in 2021, growing by 188% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a strong expansion. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per kg in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Guinea ($X per kg), while the price for Cuba ($X per kg) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+10.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for gold in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of gold consumption in 2020 were the UK, Switzerland and China, together comprising 41% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of gold in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of gold production in 2020 were Russia, Argentina and South Africa, with a combined 19% share of global production. These countries were followed by Hong Kong SAR, Australia, China, Peru, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Japan, the United States and Canada, which together accounted for a further 41%.

What are the leading suppliers of gold to France?

In value terms, Switzerland, Spain and Germany were the largest gold suppliers to France, together accounting for 79% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of gold from France?

In value terms, the largest markets for gold exported from France were Italy, Spain and Switzerland, together comprising 93% of total exports. Germany and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 2.1%.

What is the average export price for gold in France?

The average gold export price stood at $39,982 per kg in 2020, rising by 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for gold in France?

In 2020, the average gold import price amounted to $23,130 per kg, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the gold market in France. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 24412030 - Gold, unwrought or in powder form for non-monetary use (including plated with platinum)
Prodcom 24412035 -
Prodcom 24412040 -
Prodcom 24412050 - Gold, in semi-manufactured forms for non-monetary use (including plated with platinum) (excluding unwrought or in powder form)
Prodcom 24412070 - Monetary gold (including gold plated with platinum)

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in France
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024