China: Central Bank Reserve Assets - Gold

Macro

2026-06-08

Description

China Central Bank Reserve Assets - Gold is published by the People's Bank of China (PBOC) to measure the size of gold reserves held by China's central bank. This indicator reflects the composition of the central bank's reserve assets and is an important metric for assessing the structure of foreign exchange reserves and financial stability. An increase in gold reserves typically indicates the central bank's desire to enhance asset stability and risk resistance, while a decrease may reflect an increased need for liquidity.

Published by
People's Bank of China (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
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AI Data Insight

China's central bank gold reserves climbed to 74.96 million ounces in Q2 2026 (latest data as of April), steadily increasing by 320,000 ounces from the previous month and extending a strong long-term accumulation trend. Amidst the intertwining of a strong US dollar and geopolitical risks, this move highlights the official strategic intent to accelerate the diversification of foreign exchange reserves. Experts expect there is still considerable room for further accumulation in the future.

AI Data Insight

China's central bank gold reserves climbed to 74.96 million ounces in Q2 2026 (latest data as of April), steadily increasing by 320,000 ounces from the previous month and extending a strong long-term accumulation trend. Amidst the intertwining of a strong US dollar and geopolitical risks, this move highlights the official strategic intent to accelerate the diversification of foreign exchange reserves. Experts expect there is still considerable room for further accumulation in the future.

Description

China Central Bank Reserve Assets - Gold is published by the People's Bank of China (PBOC) to measure the size of gold reserves held by China's central bank. This indicator reflects the composition of the central bank's reserve assets and is an important metric for assessing the structure of foreign exchange reserves and financial stability. An increase in gold reserves typically indicates the central bank's desire to enhance asset stability and risk resistance, while a decrease may reflect an increased need for liquidity.

Published by
People's Bank of China (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
Next Update