中国央行连续第10个月增持黄金以推动储备资产多元化

Core Insights - The People's Bank of China has increased its gold holdings for the 10th consecutive month, continuing its strategy to diversify its dollar-dominated reserve assets [1] - In August, China's gold reserves rose by 60,000 troy ounces to 74.02 million troy ounces, with a total increase of 1.22 million troy ounces since November of the previous year [1] - Gold prices have recently reached new highs, breaking a months-long stability, driven by bets on U.S. interest rate cuts and criticism of the Federal Reserve from the White House [1] - Year-to-date, gold prices have surged over 30%, exceeding $3,500 per ounce, with Goldman Sachs suggesting that any damage to the Federal Reserve's independence could push gold prices close to $5,000 [1] - Globally, while the pace of gold accumulation by central banks has slowed, geopolitical risks are expected to continue supporting official sector demand according to a recent report by the World Gold Council [1]