Last time, we covered how the weakening dollar has spurred global investors to rethink what “real money” means in 2025. Now, it’s official—China and Russia are doubling down.

In a quiet but powerful development, both nations drastically increased their gold reserves this month—Russia adding nearly 30 tons and China hitting its 17th straight month of gold buying. Neither country is broadcasting this to the world, but the numbers are there, tucked inside international trade reports and central bank balance sheets. The message is clear: they’re preparing for a future where gold—not the dollar—anchors global trade.

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China’s central bank now holds over 2,300 tons of gold—making it the sixth largest gold holder in the world, and closing fast on the top five.