UAE Central Bank's Gold Reserves Increase by 7.9%

The UAE Central Bank's gold reserves increased by 7.9% in February 2026, equivalent to AED 33.8 billion, reaching a total of AED 464.3 billion. Over two months, the reserves grew by 22.5% or approximately AED 85 billion, compared to AED 379 billion at the end of December 2025.

The UAE Central Bank's gold reserves increased by 7.9% in February 2026, equivalent to AED 33.8 billion, reaching a total of AED 464.3 billion, compared to AED 430.5 billion at the end of January. Over two months, the reserves grew by 22.5% or approximately AED 85 billion, compared to AED 379 billion at the end of December 2025. Gold is part of the diversified assets held by the Central Bank, which also include liquid funds, deposit certificates, and financial instruments held until maturity.

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