Core Insights - The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is considering selling part of its "excess" gold reserves due to reduced safe-haven demand and expectations of a decline in gold prices from historical highs [1] - BSP Monetary Board member Diokno stated that gold constitutes approximately 13% of the central bank's international reserves, which exceeds the levels of other central banks in the region [1] - Diokno indicated that ideally, gold should represent between 8% to 12% of the central bank's reserves [1] - As of September 2025, the BSP's total reserves are approximately $109 billion, marking a near one-year high [1] - Diokno mentioned that the BSP initially purchased gold at around $2,000 per ounce, while prices peaked near $4,400 per ounce, raising questions about whether to sell now [1] - Internal discussions are ongoing within the BSP regarding whether to continue accumulating gold or to take profits [1]
菲律宾央行官员：黄金储备“过量”，应出售一部分来获利！当初以每盎司2000美元价格购入黄金，而金价最高一度接近4400美元，难道不该卖出了吗
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-10-27 10:21