China: Central Bank Reserve Assets - Gold

Macro

2026-10-08

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

In September 2026, China's central bank gold reserves reached 77.47 million ounces, a significant increase of 740,000 ounces from the previous month, marking the highest single-month increase in this cycle. Under the strategy of de-dollarization and optimizing the reserve structure, authorities continue to increase gold allocation, providing solid support for the internationalization of the RMB and building resilience against external risks.

AI Data Insight

In September 2026, China's central bank gold reserves reached 77.47 million ounces, a significant increase of 740,000 ounces from the previous month, marking the highest single-month increase in this cycle. Under the strategy of de-dollarization and optimizing the reserve structure, authorities continue to increase gold allocation, providing solid support for the internationalization of the RMB and building resilience against external risks.

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