Lingbao Gold's stock plummeted 6.15% during intraday trading on Monday, marking a significant pullback for the gold-related company.

The decline is attributed to a sharp 37% plunge in gold jewelry consumption, which has weighed heavily on market sentiment for gold equities. This weakness in consumer demand comes despite continued strong purchases by central banks, including the People's Bank of China, which added to its reserves for the 18th consecutive month, creating a divergence in demand dynamics.

The broader gold sector experienced widespread weakness, contributing to the downward pressure on Lingbao Gold's share price following a recent rally.