Apr 25
Swiss Central Bank Gold Reserves: 1,040 Tonnes Strategy
➤ The Swiss National Bank (SNB) maintains 1,040 tonnes of gold reserves, representing 8% of its assets, as a strategic choice for monetary stability and institutional independence. ➤ The SNB has no plans to increase gold reserves, emphasizing their contribution to profit and diversification benefits, balancing traditional assets with evolving monetary policy. ➤ The article discusses the SNB's gold strategy within the context of global central bank approaches, constitutional mandates, risk management, and the evolving landscape of digital currencies and CBDCs.