China's central bank adds to gold reserves for longest streak since 2015

China's central bank purchased additional gold in June, marking the longest continuous buying streak since at least 2015. The bank reported official gold holdings valued at $303.72 billion at the end of June 2026. The total fell from $340.75 billion at the end of May.

Holdings and valuation The decline in dollar value occurred even as the bank added to its physical stockpile. Price movements in the metal accounted for the change in reported valuation. The purchase extends a pattern of monthly acquisitions that began after a pause in late 2022.

Market context Central banks globally have increased gold purchases in recent years as a hedge against currency and geopolitical risks. The streak places China's holdings among the largest official stockpiles tracked by the World Gold Council. No named officials or spokespeople were identified in the reports covering the June transaction.