America, Germany, China... All Left Behind: Who Holds the Most Gold in the World? The Figures Will Surprise You!

Business News: India has a deep love for gold, and it is important not only for jewellery but also from an economic point of view. In ancient times, gold used to be a symbol of wealth, power and pride. From ancient times till today, the shine of gold has never diminished and it is still as beneficial today as it was before. Be it the central bank, billionaire investors or the common man, gold is definitely present in some form or the other in everyone's portfolio. But do you know who has the most gold in the world? No no, not America, China or Germany, but the people of India have the most gold in the world. If you also don't believe it, then take a look at the data of this report.

America, Germany left China behind

China ranks second, with roughly 20,000 tonnes of gold. Indians possess approximately 25,000 tonnes, surpassing any other nation, including the United States, Germany, China, and Japan. Buying gold on weddings, festivals and other special occasions is a tradition. This tradition has been going on from generation to generation, due to which the gold reserves in Indian homes have been constantly increasing.

How much gold does America and Germany have?

While the US has about 8,133 tonnes of gold, and Germany has 3,355 tonnes, Indian households have 25,000 tonnes of gold. This amount exceeds the reserves held by the central banks of these nations. This shows how widespread gold hoarding is at the individual level in India.

There was no reduction in investment

Although gold prices have surged, Indian households persist in their investments in gold.In the financial year 2024-25, gold prices rose by 33.78%, yet the demand experienced only a slight decline of 4.79%."This indicates that gold continues to be viewed as a secure investment choice for Indians."