China: Central Bank Reserve Assets - Gold

Macro

2026-08-08

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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

According to the latest data, the People's Bank of China's gold reserves reached 76.08 million ounces in Q3 2026, a significant increase of 640,000 ounces (about 20 tons) from the previous period in Q2. This is not only the official's 21st consecutive month of increasing gold holdings, but also reflects China's ongoing long-term strategy to promote foreign exchange reserve diversification and hedging amid high gold prices and geopolitical volatility.

AI Data Insight

According to the latest data, the People's Bank of China's gold reserves reached 76.08 million ounces in Q3 2026, a significant increase of 640,000 ounces (about 20 tons) from the previous period in Q2. This is not only the official's 21st consecutive month of increasing gold holdings, but also reflects China's ongoing long-term strategy to promote foreign exchange reserve diversification and hedging amid high gold prices and geopolitical volatility.

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