🏦 Top 10 Countries with the Highest Gold Reserves in 2025 ✨
Gold has always been the ultimate symbol of wealth and security — and in 2025, central banks continue to stack it high as global uncertainty grows.
🥇 🇺🇸 United States — 8,133 tonnes
Still the world’s biggest holder of gold! Most of it is stored safely in Fort Knox. Gold gives the U.S. strong backing for the dollar and investor confidence.
🥈 🇩🇪 Germany — 3,353 tonnes
Germany keeps a major portion of its reserves within the country. After years of repatriation, gold remains a key shield for Europe’s biggest economy.
🥉 🇮🇹 Italy — 2,452 tonnes
Despite economic challenges, Italy continues to hold massive gold reserves to secure its financial credibility.
4️⃣ 🇫🇷 France — 2,436 tonnes
France considers gold as the “ultimate reserve asset.” It plays a vital role in maintaining monetary stability within the Eurozone.
5️⃣ 🇷🇺 Russia — 2,330 tonnes
After sanctions and dollar restrictions, Russia turned to gold as its financial armor — building strong protection against Western influence.
6️⃣ 🇨🇳 China — 2,245 tonnes
China is quietly increasing its gold holdings every month. It’s part of Beijing’s long-term strategy to reduce dependence on the U.S. dollar.
7️⃣ 🇨🇭 Switzerland — 1,040 tonnes
Famous for financial security, Switzerland keeps large reserves as a symbol of trust and economic stability.
8️⃣ 🇯🇵 Japan — 846 tonnes
Japan diversifies between gold, foreign reserves, and bonds to balance its massive economy.
9️⃣ 🇮🇳 India — 822 tonnes
India’s love for gold isn’t just cultural — it’s strategic. The Reserve Bank of India continues to buy gold to strengthen its currency and protect against global shocks.
🔟 🇳🇱 Netherlands — 612 tonnes
A small country with a strong position — the Netherlands maintains its gold stock as insurance against future crises.