Central Banks Hold 80% of Reserves in Gold. Sovereign Wealth Funds Hold Under 1%.

Central banks hold more than 80% of reserves in gold. Sovereign wealth funds hold under 1%. Here’s how every major institution actually allocates, and where you fit.
Gold Reserves by Country: The 2026 Rankings

The US still leads with 8,133.5 tonnes — but the real story is who’s buying. Central banks purchased a net 244 tonnes in Q1 2026 alone. Here’s what the data reveals.
