Which countries bought the most gold in 2024?
A bar chart shows the percentage share of gold purchased by the top six countries in 2024, with Poland leading at 8.6% of the 1,045 tonnes added to global reserves. | Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative
In 2024, central banks and financial institutions worldwide collectively added 1,045 tonnes of gold to global reserves. During the period, Bangladesh increased its holdings by 0.2 tonnes, raising the country's total gold reserves to 14.28 tonnes.
An infographic details the amount of gold in tonnes and the percentage share acquired by the top six countries in 2024, including Poland (89.5 tonnes) and Turkey (77.4 tonnes). | Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative
Source: World Gold Council
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