Gold Trading Predicted to Surge Over the Next Decade

Commodity futures trading, especially in gold, is predicted to develop rapidly over the next 10 years. Odang Supriatna, President Director of PT Smartin Advisor Sistem, stated in Jakarta on Thursday that the sector is expected to grow significantly, in line with the rise of a technology-literate Generation Alpha and rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and digitalisation, making it a more inclusive and sophisticated investment choice.

Citing data from the Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti), the notional value of transactions in 2025 reached Rp48,867 trillion, a 49.8% year-on-year increase, while transaction volume grew 12% to 14.56 million lots. Odang noted that while the sector is experiencing positive growth, financial literacy still needs to be improved. He emphasised that investors and traders must adhere to two key principles: prioritising knowledge and always practising risk management when engaging in gold futures trading.

With the significant rise in gold prices, futures trading is expected to become an alternative for safe-haven asset seekers, especially as the physical supply of gold becomes increasingly scarce due to rising demand. Gold futures trading involves speculating on price movements through derivative contracts without the need to own or store physical gold, offering capital efficiency through margin trading and the potential for profit in both rising and falling markets.