Data compiled by Woofun AI shows that the World Gold Council released its annual central bank survey results on Tuesday, revealing a distinct shift toward gold accumulation. Among the 74 central banks surveyed, 45% indicated an intention to increase their gold holdings within the next 12 months, marking a 2 percentage point rise compared to the previous year. Conversely, 54% anticipate maintaining current levels, while only 1% expect to reduce their positions. The proportion of respondents currently holding gold has climbed to 93%, up from 81% a year earlier.

Concurrently, the survey highlights robust confidence in gold’s strategic value, with 90% of respondents citing its exceptional performance during crises and its role in long-term value preservation. Emerging market and developing economy central banks, representing 85% of those surveyed, placed heightened emphasis on gold as a hedge against geopolitical risks. Operational shifts are also evident: over the past 12 months, 9% of respondents increased domestic reserves and 10% diversified overseas storage locations. Looking ahead, 7% plan to boost domestic reserves, while 9% intend to further diversify the geographical distribution of their overseas holdings.