SAFE Releases Data on China's Foreign Exchange Reserve at the End of June 2026
Published: July 26, 2026
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Executive Summary
The State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) released data showing China's foreign exchange reserves fell to USD 3,416.3 billion by the end of June 2026, a decline of USD 26.0 billion (0.75%) from May. The decrease is attributed to a stronger US dollar and mixed global asset price movements. SAFE reiterates that China's economy remains stable and is supporting the resilience of its reserves.
Key Points
China's foreign exchange reserves totaled USD 3,416.3 billion as of the end of June 2026.
Reserves decreased by USD 26.0 billion, or 0.75%, compared to the end of May 2026.
The decline was driven by a rising US dollar index and mixed performance of global financial asset prices.
Currency translation effects and changes in asset prices were the primary factors behind the monthly decrease.
Macroeconomic data from major economies and monetary policy stances of major central banks influenced market conditions.
SAFE stated that China's economy remains generally stable and is making new, higher-quality progress, which supports reserve stability.
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