AI Data Insight
According to the latest data from DataTrack, China's SDR-denominated gold reserves in August 2026 (Q3 2026) fell to 237.925 billion, a retreat from the previous 255.743 billion. However, external data shows that the PBOC's physical gold purchasing volume not only did not decrease, but aggressively increased by 650,000 ounces in August, setting a record of 22 consecutive months of additions. The shrinkage in SDR valuation is mainly due to exchange rate translation and single-month asset price revaluations, while the official reserve diversification strategy remains firm.