The Reserve Bank of Australia reported official reserve assets of AUD 106.02 billion at the end of August 2026, down AUD 632 million from July. In U.S. dollar terms, reserves increased by USD 998 million to USD 75.97 billion, reflecting the use of end-month exchange rates for conversion. Foreign exchange holdings fell by AUD 2.19 billion to AUD 63.49 billion, while gold rose by AUD 1.64 billion to AUD 16.35 billion. Special Drawing Rights declined to AUD 18.98 billion and Australia’s reserve position in the International Monetary Fund decreased to AUD 3.35 billion.
2026-09-07Reserve Bank of Australia
Reserve Bank of Australia reports official reserve assets of AUD 106.0 billion in August
The Reserve Bank of Australia reported official reserve assets of AUD 106.02 billion at the end of August, down AUD 632 million from July. Foreign exchange holdings declined, partly offset by a rise in gold, while total reserves in U.S. dollar terms increased to USD 75.97 billion.