Central Bank Gold Statistics: Central Banks Stay The Course On Gold In February

World Gold Council1.26K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(5min)CommentsSummaryCentral banks bought a net 19t in February, with activity driven by Poland (20t), a marked rebound after a lull in January.Poland was the primary buyer for the month with net recorded buying at 20t, this is its highest purchase since February 2025, which was 29t.Track record of net buying maintained across some central banks with Czech Republic reporting its 36th consecutive month of net buying.China is on its 16th consecutive month of net purchases, followed by Uzbekistan, tallying five consecutive months.A growing number of African central banks have been reported to turn to gold as a strategic diversification tool to boost reserves and manage risks to the economy in international financial markets. PhonlamaiPhoto/iStock via Getty Images Central banks remain firm on gold accumulation in February, having bought a net 19t. This was a rebound from the lull we saw in January, though lower than the monthly average of 26t reported in 2025. Just two monthsThis article was written byWorld Gold Council1.26K FollowersFollowThe World Gold Council is the market development organization for the gold industry. Our purpose is to stimulate and sustain demand for gold, provide industry leadership, and be the global authority on the gold market. We are a unique organization that delivers tangible benefits to the gold industry. We are an active force within the market, working with a large and diverse set of partners to create access, drive innovation and stimulate demand, while providing a collective voice for our members. We provide insights into the international gold markets, helping people to understand the investment qualities of gold and its role in meeting the social and environmental needs of society. For more information visit www.gold.org.