去年中国黄金储备增加86万盎司 央行已连续14个月增持

Group 1 - In 2025, China's gold reserves increased by 860,000 ounces, reaching a total of 74.15 million ounces by the end of the year, with a monthly increase observed throughout the year [1] - The People's Bank of China (PBOC) resumed gold purchases in November 2024 after a pause since May 2024, marking a continuous increase for 14 months [1] - Monthly gold purchases by the PBOC in 2025 varied, with the highest being 16,000 ounces in the first two months and tapering down to 3,000 ounces in the last few months of the year [1] Group 2 - In December 2025, the Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates, contributing to a rise in gold prices from around $4,200 to over $4,300 per ounce [2] - The ongoing geopolitical tensions and the trend of "de-dollarization" are driving central banks globally to increase their gold reserves, with a reported net purchase of 53 tons in October 2025, the highest monthly level for the year [2] - The PBOC's recent gold purchases are seen as a strategy to optimize international reserves, as gold's share in China's reserves is approximately 9.5%, significantly below the global average of around 15% [3] Group 3 - As of December 2025, China's foreign exchange reserves stood at $33,579 billion, reflecting an increase of $11.5 billion from the previous month, attributed to various economic factors [4] - The stability of China's economy and the positive long-term outlook are expected to support the maintenance of foreign exchange reserves [4]