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Central Banks Buy Record 1,037 Tonnes of Gold
Global central bank gold purchases hit a record 1,037 tonnes as reserve diversification away from the dollar accelerates.
By Oliver Grant
AurexHQ Β· 25 May 2026
β± 1 min readΒ· 153 words
Central banks worldwide purchased a record 1,037 tonnes of gold over the past twelve months. China added 225 tonnes bringing total holdings to 2,258 tonnes. India added 67 tonnes citing portfolio diversification. Saudi Arabia initiated a sovereign gold programme for the first time. For gold market analysts, sustained central bank demand provides a structural price floor. The trend reflects geopolitical dynamics: nations observed Russian reserve freezing post-Ukraine invasion and concluded gold provides uniquely sanction-proof reserve wealth outside the traditional international financial system.
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Oliver Grant
AurexHQ Β· Gold
Oliver Grant at AurexHQ delivers expert analysis and breaking coverage across global markets, trade intelligence, and business strategy β combining deep industry expertise with rigorous reporting standards to provide actionable intelligence for business leaders worldwide.
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