China Is Buying More and More Gold as the Trade War Drags On
- PBOC expands its holdings by more than 70 tons since December
- Central bank demand bolsters global consumption amid trade war
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China extended its gold-buying spree, adding to reserves for a sixth straight month, as the protracted trade war with the U.S. hurts growth expectations and boosts demand for a portfolio diversifier.