Summary from World Gold Council
Global central banks remain on pace with gold accumulation this August, with reported net buying totalling 39t. Large, consistent buyers of gold in 2026 showed continued activity in the month, with China taking the lead, followed by Uzbekistan and Poland.
Why it matters
Central banks are among the largest buyers of gold. Changes in reserve policy, interest rates or balance sheets can shift demand for bullion and for the currencies it is priced in.
Market snapshot · Oct 6, 2026 11:22 UTCGold $4,164 +0.76%Silver $61.20 +0.46%
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