Group 1 - As of April 2025, China's gold reserves reached 73.77 million ounces, an increase of 70,000 ounces month-on-month, marking the sixth consecutive month of gold accumulation by the central bank [1] - The increase in gold reserves reflects a trend towards diversification in China's foreign exchange reserve investments, aligning with global central bank actions [1] - In the first quarter of this year, global central banks purchased 244 tons of gold, consistent with the normal quarterly purchase levels over the past three years [1] Group 2 - UBS predicts that central banks will buy approximately 1,000 tons of gold in 2025 due to rising structural demand for gold amid increased risk aversion [2] - Zhang Bo, a senior gold analyst, emphasizes that despite short-term adjustments in international gold prices, the long-term demand for gold will remain strong due to its monetary and financial attributes [2] - East China Futures forecasts a continued gold bull market driven by ongoing central bank purchases, U.S. debt monetization pressures, and the "de-dollarization" process, raising the 2025 gold price target to $3,500-$3,600 per ounce [2]
我国持续增持黄金储备 外汇储备投资多样化趋势明显
Guang Zhou Ri Bao·2025-05-18 19:15