Germany repatriates gold reserves from US
The German central bank, Bundesbank, completed its plan to repatriate 300 metric tons of gold from the Federal Reserve in New York by September 2026, with 111 tons returned in the past year, as stated by Bundesbank board member Carl-Ludwig Thiele on March 11, 2026. As of June 9, 2026, renewed calls from German politicians and economists for further repatriation of Germany's gold reserves from U.S. vaults are emerging, driven by geopolitical uncertainties and a European Central Bank report indicating gold has surpassed U.S. Treasuries as the top global reserve asset. Germany's gold reserves total 3,352 tonnes, valued at approximately €164 billion, with about 1,200 tonnes currently stored at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The German parliament is set to debate further repatriation following a motion by the AfD party on June 4, 2026, despite earlier statements from Bundesbank chief Joachim Nagel on January 27, 2026, that the reserves remain safe and the Bundesbank having no current plans to relocate them as of February 2, 2026.
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June 2026 — 2 developments
German Gold Repatriation Calls Renewed Amid Gold Surpassing Treasuries as Top Reserve Asset
A European Central Bank report from June 2026 indicates that gold has surpassed U.S. Treasuries as the top global reserve asset. This development coincides with renewed calls from German politicians and economists for the repatriation of Germany's gold reserves from U.S. vaults due to geopolitical uncertainties.
German Parliament to Debate Repatriation of Gold Reserves Amid Geopolitical Shifts
The German parliament is set to debate the repatriation of the country's gold reserves held abroad, following a motion by the AfD party. This discussion reflects a global trend of central banks reassessing gold storage amid geopolitical shifts. Germany previously repatriated 674 tonnes of gold from New York and Paris between 2013 and 2017.
March 2026 — 1 developments
Bundesbank completes repatriation of 300 tons of gold from US Federal Reserve
The German central bank, Bundesbank, has successfully completed its plan to bring home 300 metric tons of gold from the Federal Reserve in New York. This repatriation effort concluded in September, with 111 tons returned in the past year. Bundesbank board member Carl-Ludwig Thiele stated that the gold was returned as part of a larger Cold War-era strategy.
February 2026 — 1 developments
Bundesbank states no plans to relocate German gold from USA
The Bundesbank has stated it currently has no plans to relocate German gold holdings from the USA, prioritizing security and tradability.
January 2026 — 12 developments
Bundesbank Chief Nagel Affirms German Gold Reserves Safe at New York Fed
Bundesbank chief Joachim Nagel stated that German gold reserves kept at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York remain safe, in response to public debate on repatriation.
Bundesbank faces renewed gold repatriation demands amid transatlantic tensions over Greenland
Renewed political demands for the Bundesbank to repatriate gold reserves are linked to a noticeable tightening of transatlantic relations, specifically citing a recent dispute between Washington and European partners over Greenland.
German Officials Advocate for Repatriation of Gold Reserves Held in London and US
German officials are now advocating for the repatriation of the country's gold reserves held in London, in addition to those in the United States.
Germany's gold reserves valued at €164 billion, with 1,200 tonnes stored in New York
Germany's gold reserves are valued at approximately €164 billion, totaling 3,352 tonnes, with about 1,200 tonnes currently stored at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
Michael Jäger joins calls for repatriation of German gold reserves from US
Michael Jäger, head of the European Taxpayers Association, has joined the renewed calls from German lawmakers and economists for the repatriation of the nation's gold reserves from the United States.
Katrin Göring-Eckardt joins calls for gold repatriation
Katrin Göring-Eckardt, the finance spokesperson for the opposition Greens, has joined calls for gold repatriation, indicating the issue has entered mainstream political discourse beyond the far-right.
Emanuel Mönch states storing German gold in US is "too risky"
Emanuel Mönch, a prominent economist and former Bundesbank research head, explicitly stated that storing Germany's gold reserves in the US is "too risky." This adds a specific, named expert's opinion to the ongoing calls for repatriation.
Germany Considers Withdrawing Gold Reserves from US
Germany is reportedly considering withdrawing its gold reserves from the United States, indicating a potential shift from mere calls for repatriation to actual official examination of the possibility.
German MEP Strack-Zimmermann calls for repatriation of German gold from US
German MEP Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann has publicly called for the repatriation of Germany's gold reserves from the US, citing unpredictable US policies. The leading German tabloid BILD has also launched a campaign, urging 'Bring back our gold — it's not safe next to Trump'.
Experts concerned about Germany's gold reserves stored in US
Experts are increasingly concerned about Germany's gold reserves stored in the US, which are valued at approximately €154 billion.
German Economists and Politicians Call for Further Gold Repatriation from US
German economists and politicians call for further repatriation of Germany's gold reserves from the US, citing geopolitical uncertainty and concerns over dependence on Washington. The Bundesbank still holds around 1,236 tonnes of gold at the US Federal Reserve in New York.
German Leaders Advocate for Gold Repatriation Amid Global Instability
Reports indicate that gold repatriation has become a political flashpoint in Germany, with leaders from various political spectrums advocating for bringing bullion home amid global instability.
August 2025 — 1 developments
German CDU Discusses Repatriating Gold Due to Geopolitical Tensions
Discussions within Germany's conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party are reported regarding repatriating the remaining gold due to geopolitical tensions and the unpredictability of US politics.
July 2025 — 1 developments
Italian Politicians Advocate for Repatriation of Gold Reserves from US
Italian politicians are advocating for the repatriation of their gold reserves held in the United States, joining Germany in this push.
May 2025 — 1 developments
German Taxpayers Federation requests Bundesbank, Finance Ministry repatriate gold from US
The German Taxpayers Federation has formally requested that the Bundesbank and the Finance Ministry repatriate Germany's gold reserves from the United States.
January 2017 — 1 developments
Bundesbank completes gold reserve transfer from Paris to Frankfurt ahead of schedule
The Bundesbank completes the transfer of all gold reserves held in Paris to Frankfurt, ahead of the 2020 schedule. By the end of 2016, 47.9% of Germany's gold was in Frankfurt, 36.6% in New York, and 12.8% in London.
January 2015 — 1 developments
210 Tons of Gold Repatriated From New York and Paris
Another 210 tons of gold are repatriated, consisting of 99.5 tons from New York and 110.5 tons from Paris.
January 2014 — 1 developments
Bundesbank repatriates 120 tons of gold from New York and Paris
The Bundesbank repatriates 120 tons of gold, with 85 tons coming from New York and 35 tons from Paris.
January 2013 — 1 developments
Deutsche Bundesbank to repatriate 674 tons of gold from US and France by 2020
The Deutsche Bundesbank announces a plan to repatriate 674 metric tons of gold by 2020. This includes 300 tons from the US and 374 tons from France, aiming to store half of Germany's total gold reserves in Frankfurt.