Countries by Gold Reserves 2025
Key Findings
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Countries by Gold Reserves 2025The United States' gold reserves stand at 8,133 tonnes, far surpassing the next highest holder, Germany, which has 3,352 tonnes. This gap of nearly 4,781 tonnes emphasizes the U.S.'s dominant position in global gold reserves. Other notable countries include Italy and France, holding 2,452 and 2,437 tonnes respectively, while Russia and China follow closely with 2,332 and 2,280 tonnes. The relatively lower reserves of countries like Japan at 846 tonnes and Switzerland at 1,040 tonnes indicate a potential strategic reliance on other financial instruments or currencies. This distribution suggests that while gold remains a crucial asset, the leading nations may prioritize gold as a hedge against economic instability.
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Methodology & source
- Data source
- World Gold Council
- Coverage
- 8 entities · 2025 · 8 observations
- Measure
- Gold Reserves (Tonnes)
- Last updated
- 27 July 2026
- Compiled by
- The ANYSTAT team, from the source above
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- Entities are ranked highest-first on their value in 2025.
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