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Goldman Sachs says gold has more upside and could hit about $4,900 per ounce by end-2026, driven by structural factors like EM central-bank diversification and rising gold reserves; near-term headwinds include a hawkish Fed and weaker ETF demand, but the bank expects these to ease as macro conditions shift and investors diversify into gold.
Global central banks are repatriating gold and diversifying storage away from London and New York amid rising geopolitical tensions and distrust in the traditional vaults; a World Gold Council survey shows fewer banks store gold in BoE or NY Fed vaults, with France, India and others relocating substantial bullion domestically or to alternative locations, signaling a shift in reserve management even as gold solidifies its role as a top reserve asset.
Former President Donald Trump said he would like to see the United States' gold reserves at Fort Knox, renewing attention to the bullion stockpile and its symbolic role in the economy.
Germany faces calls from lawmakers to repatriate about €164 billion worth of gold stored in the Federal Reserve vaults in New York, citing geopolitical uncertainty and the Trump administration. While half of Germany’s gold is already held domestically, and some repatriations occurred between 2013 and 2017, officials argue the central bank should reassess its long-standing practice for strategic independence and security.
Venezuela, despite having the world's largest oil reserves, has seen a significant decline in production and gold reserves due to mismanagement, sanctions, and economic crisis. Recent US military actions and political changes aim to reopen access for foreign oil companies, potentially impacting global energy markets and regional stability.
For the first time since 1996, central banks hold more gold than U.S. Treasuries, reflecting a shift towards hard assets amid geopolitical risks and a move away from dollar-denominated securities, with gold's share of reserves rising to about 18% in 2024.
China’s central bank has increased its gold holdings for the 10th consecutive month as part of a strategy to diversify its reserves away from US dollars, with gold prices reaching new highs influenced by US rate cut bets and geopolitical risks.
China's central bank has increased its gold holdings for the 10th consecutive month as part of a strategy to diversify reserves away from US dollars, with gold prices reaching new highs driven by US rate cut bets and geopolitical tensions.
The U.S. holds $11 billion worth of gold at Fort Knox, but at current market prices, its value could be over $750 billion. A recent Federal Reserve report suggests revaluing gold reserves as a potential way to raise funds, which could be used to pay down debt or fund new initiatives like a bitcoin reserve. While politically sensitive and historically controversial, this idea is gaining renewed attention as a possible financial strategy.
Humans have mined approximately 206,000 to 238,000 tons of gold, with significant reserves still available in Earth's crust, but most of the planet's gold is in the core, making the total amount much larger and largely inaccessible.
Gold has surpassed the euro to become the world's second-largest reserve asset after the US dollar, driven by record central bank purchases, soaring prices, and geopolitical concerns, with global gold reserves nearing postwar highs and countries diversifying away from the US dollar.
Germany, which holds 1,200 tons of gold worth about $130 billion at the U.S. Federal Reserve, is facing calls to repatriate its gold amid geopolitical tensions and concerns over U.S. policies under President Trump, prompting debates about the security and control of national reserves.
Senator Cynthia Lummis has proposed converting U.S. gold reserves into Bitcoin to establish a national Bitcoin reserve, aligning with pro-crypto policies under President Trump. This strategy aims to combat inflation and national debt while positioning the U.S. as a leader in digital asset adoption. The proposal suggests acquiring 5% of Bitcoin's total supply, potentially accelerating regulatory clarity and global adoption of cryptocurrencies.
China's foreign exchange reserves, the world's largest, dropped by $45 billion to $3.115 trillion in September, falling more than expected as the US dollar strengthened against other major currencies. The yuan depreciated by 0.5% against the dollar, while the dollar gained 0.2% against a basket of other major currencies. China's gold reserves increased slightly to 70.46 million fine troy ounces.
An Invesco survey reveals that an increasing number of countries are repatriating their gold reserves as a safeguard against potential sanctions, following the freezing of almost half of Russia's gold and forex reserves by the West in response to the invasion of Ukraine. Over 85% of sovereign wealth funds and central banks surveyed believe that inflation will be higher in the coming decade, leading them to consider gold and emerging market bonds as attractive investments. Geopolitical tensions and the desire to diversify away from the dollar are also driving central banks to keep reserves at home and explore alternative currencies. Infrastructure projects, particularly those involving renewable energy, are seen as the most attractive asset class, while concerns over China make India an attractive investment destination.