- China has canceled the VAT deduction policy for retail gold sales, aiming to increase government revenue but potentially raising gold purchase costs for consumers.
- The new policy, effective immediately until December 31, 2027, clarifies VAT rules for gold transactions, especially for standard gold traded on major exchanges.
- Retailers selling or processing gold for investment purposes will no longer enjoy VAT deductions, affecting high-purity gold bars, jewelry, and industrial gold products.
- The policy is expected to have limited direct impact on gold jewelry consumers, but gold prices may fluctuate due to changes in the raw gold market.
- The move comes amid economic slowdown and fiscal pressure, with international gold prices recently experiencing significant volatility.
Source: zaobao.com.sg
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