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Russia Sells Gold to Offset Budget Deficit

Published Thursday, August 6, 2026

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What We Know — Key Points

  • Russia's gold reserves stood at 73.4 million troy ounces, or 2,282 metric tons, as of the start of July 2026, a decline of around 43.5 metric tonnes since the start of 2026.

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  • Deutsche Welle

    The article provides a European-centric analysis of Russia's gold sales, emphasizing the economic pressures from the Ukraine war while also presenting expert opinions that temper alarmist views on Russia's financial stability.

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