Dutch central bank moves 86 tonnes of gold from U.S., Canada to London
De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) moved 86 tonnes of gold reserves from the United States and Canada to London between March and August 2026. The bullion is valued at $11.6 billion. DNB officials stated the move improves resilience and crisis preparedness, noting that gold held in London is easier to trade than reserves in New York and Ottawa. This relocation increased the percentage of Dutch reserves in London from 18.1% to 32.1% during a period when overall central bank gold buying dropped by over half in July.
What changed
DNB clarified that London-based reserves offer greater trading ease than those in Ottawa and New York.
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Dutch Central Bank Relocates 86 Tonnes of Gold to London
De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) moved 86 tonnes of gold reserves from the United States and Canada to London between March and August 2026. The bullion is valued at $11.6 billion. DNB officials stated the move improves resilience and crisis preparedness, noting that gold held in London is easier to trade than reserves in New York and Ottawa. This relocation increased the percentage of Dutch reserves in London from 18.1% to 32.1% during a period when overall central bank gold buying dropped by over half in July.
Why it matters
Central banks often shift reserves to manage liquidity and geopolitical risk. This move reflects a broader trend of European nations relocating assets from North America to Europe. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse criticized the transfer, arguing that moving physical gold ignores modern cryptocurrency alternatives.
What is confirmed
- De Nederlandsche Bank transferred 86 tonnes of gold from the US and Canada to London between March and August 2026.
- The relocated gold is valued at $11.6 billion.
- DNB cited resilience and crisis preparedness as reasons for the move.
- The proportion of Dutch reserves in London rose from 18.1% to 32.1%.
Still unconfirmed
- European central banks are moving gold from North America to Europe due to inflation.
What to watch next
- Further shifts in Dutch gold reserves to other European hubs
- Official responses from US or Canadian treasuries regarding the withdrawals
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Netherlands moves 86 tonnes of gold to London citing geopolitical unrest
De Nederlandsche Bank transferred 86 tonnes of gold reserves from the United States and Canada to London between March and August 2026. The bank moved the bullion, valued at $11.6 billion, to improve crisis preparedness and ensure holdings can be deployed faster during periods of geopolitical unrest. This relocation increased the proportion of Dutch reserves held in London from 18.1% to 32.1%. The shift occurs while overall central bank gold buying fell by more than half in July, despite bullion prices remaining near record highs.
Why it matters
The Netherlands held 612.4 tonnes of gold valued at approximately 72.2 billion euros by the end of 2025. Moving reserves to London reduces reliance on North American custody. This strategy prioritizes liquidity and physical access during international instability.
What is confirmed
- De Nederlandsche Bank moved 86 tonnes of gold from the United States and Canada to London.
- The bank cited geopolitical unrest and crisis preparedness as reasons for the transfer.
- The relocation happened between March and August 2026.
- The move increased the percentage of Dutch reserves in London from 18.1% to 32.1%.
Still unconfirmed
- The value of the moved gold bullion is $11.6 billion.
- The Netherlands held 612.4 tonnes of gold valued at around 72.2 billion euros at the end of 2025.
- Central bank gold buying dropped by more than half in July.
What to watch next
- Statements from US or Canadian treasury officials regarding the withdrawal
- Further shifts in Dutch gold reserve percentages
- Updates on global central bank gold buying trends for August and September
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Dutch central bank moves 86 tonnes of gold from North America to London
De Nederlandsche Bank transferred 86 tonnes of gold reserves from the United States and Canada to London between March and August 2026. The bank cited geopolitical unrest and crisis preparedness as the primary reasons for the move, stating the relocation ensures holdings can be deployed more quickly during a crisis. This shift increased the proportion of Dutch reserves held in London from 18.1% to 32.1%.
Why it matters
Central banks often diversify the physical location of their gold to mitigate the risk of asset freezes or geopolitical instability. Moving reserves closer to home or to different financial hubs allows for faster liquidity and greater control over national assets.
What is confirmed
- De Nederlandsche Bank moved 86 tonnes of gold from the United States and Canada to the United Kingdom.
- The transfer occurred between March and August 2026.
- The bank cited geopolitical unrest and crisis preparedness as reasons for the move.
- London's share of Dutch gold reserves rose from 18.1% to 32.1%.
What to watch next
- Further transfers of gold reserves from other North American hubs
- Official statements from the US or Canadian governments regarding the asset shift
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