Gold Slid Over 6% in September and China Bought More of It Than in Any Month Since 2023

China’s central bank added 740,000 ounces of gold to its reserves in September, its largest monthly purchase since October 2023. The buying came as gold fell over 6%. The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) lifted its holdings to 77.47 million fine troy ounces from 76.73 million in August. September also marked its 23rd straight month