🇲🇾 Malaysia Boosts Gold Reserves by 3 Tons – First Increase Since 2018
Malaysia’s central bank, Bank Negara Malaysia, has added 3 tons of gold to its reserves in January — marking the first increase since October 2018.
According to data cited by International Monetary Fund, Malaysia’s total gold holdings now stand at 42 tons.
🔍 Why It Matters
Signals a strategic shift toward hard assets
Strengthens reserve diversification amid global economic uncertainty
Reflects growing central bank demand for gold worldwide
📊 Macro Insight With rising geopolitical tensions and currency volatility, central banks are increasingly turning to gold as a hedge against systemic risks.
Gold accumulation trends remain a key macro signal for investors watching inflation, USD strength, and global liquidity cycles.
Are more Asian economies preparing for defensive positioning? 👀
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