U.S. Tops Global Gold Reserves Ranking, Holding Over 8,000 Tonnes as Economic Buffer
• The USA has the world's highest gold reserves at over 8,000 tonnes, followed by Germany, Italy, France, and Russia in the top 5.
• Gold is considered a safe, stable asset that countries hold in reserves to ensure economic stability, especially during financial uncertainty.
• Holding gold reserves can increase a country’s creditworthiness and strengthen its currency.
• Countries diversify reserves by holding tangible assets like gold to mitigate risks from other fluctuating assets.
• Gold reserves also facilitate international trade and finance, through settling trade imbalances or serving as loan collateral.