Fort Knox vs. China: The Global Gold Race That’s Reshaping Reserves

BitcoinWorld Fort Knox vs. China: The Global Gold Race That’s Reshaping Reserves The global gold market is witnessing a silent but significant shift as central banks, led by China, aggressively accumulate bullion, challenging the traditional dominance of U.S.

gold reserves held at Fort Knox. As of early 2025, the United States maintains the world’s largest official gold reserves at approximately 8,133 tonnes, while China’s official holdings have risen to over 2,235 tonnes, though analysts suspect the actual figure may be higher.

This divergence in gold accumulation strategies reflects deeper economic and geopolitical undercurrents that extend far beyond simple asset diversification.

Why Fort Knox Still Matters Fort Knox, officially the United States Bullion Depository, holds about 147.3 million ounces of gold, a figure that has remained largely unchanged since the 1950s.