People's Bank of China Makes Largest Monthly Gold Purchase Since October 2023
The People's Bank of China added 20.2 metric tons of gold to its reserves in August, marking the largest monthly purchase since October 2023 and continuing a streak of 22 consecutive months of buying. The State Administration of Foreign Exchange reported this on Tuesday. This continued accumulation reflects ongoing confidence in gold as a strategic reserve asset amid global economic uncertainties. China's central bank has been steadily increasing its holdings, signaling long-term positioning for stability and diversification within the country’s foreign exchange reserves.
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