The UK has the 17th largest gold reserves in the world - way behind European countries such as Germany and Italy. By Grace Piercy, News Reporter. 15:13, Fri, Sep 20, ...

The UK, by contrast, holds 310.3 tonnes—just 17.3% of its reserves—ranking 42nd globally by gold share, reflecting a preference for foreign currency and financial assets.

The weight of gold reserves of a central bank, according to the IMF, may include gold deposits, and if appropriate, gold swapped. Anthony Bradshaw In June, the UK received a gold shipment worth ...

WGC data shows that the UK holds 310.3 tonnes of gold. In 1999, Gordon Brown made the controversial decision to sell more than half of the UK's gold reserves – around 400 tonnes – for $3.5 ...

Notably, as Exhibit 9 shows, China has increased its gold reserves by 17%. In contrast, the ECB and UK gold reserves has stayed flat. India also stands out, actively increasing gold reserves (+38%).

Traditional pillars of financial stability, such as gold and foreign currency reserves, now face scrutiny in an era of inflationary pressures, economic sanctions, and the demand for sovereignty ...