Overview
- The central bank bought 9,298 troy ounces of gold for $50 million, lifting holdings to 67,403 ounces valued at roughly $360 million.
- Per Arkham data, the government added one bitcoin under its daily plan, bringing its total to 7,547 BTC worth about $635 million.
- Reporting values the combined gold and bitcoin reserves at more than approximately $995 million.
- The central bank said the gold acquisition consolidates long-term patrimony and preserves reserve balance, as President Nayib Bukele reposted the news with, "We just bought the other dip."
- The moves came during sharp intraday declines in both assets and track a broader trend of central banks adding a net 863 tonnes of gold in 2025, according to the World Gold Council.