Global gold production reached a record 966 tons in the second quarter
Global gold production reached a record 966 tons in the second quarter of 2026, hitting the highest level for that period since 2000, according to data from the World Gold Council. Gold production in Q2 2026 exceeded the previous second-quarter record of 948 tons set in 2025 by almost 2%. Production volume grew by 7% compared to the previous quarter primarily due to seasonal factors. Significant year-on-year growth…