While analysts keep trying to answer the burning question of how much gold China really has, the most recent theory indicates that it's at least 9,500 tonnes.
China's 600 tonnes in 6 years disappointed, but latest central bank data shows Russia again adding to its hoard as it diversifies away from the US dollar.
World's number one gold miner announces program to sell more mines, make deeper cost cuts after completing scenario-planning for a triple digit gold price.