Central banks added 41 tonnes of gold in May 2026, WGC data shows, with Poland leading and a record 45% of reserve managers planning more purchases.

Central banks bought 41 tonnes of gold in May, led by Poland, China, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan, as reserves grow.

Central banks added 41 tonnes of gold in May 2026, WGC data shows, with Poland leading and a record 45% of reserve managers planning more purchases.

PBOC’s bullion holdings keep rising as forex reserves dip in June to US$3.42 trillion and the central bank seeks security from sanctions and US market volatility.