India's Forex Reserves Plummet as Gold Value Declines; RBI Reveals ₹671 Billion Mark
Decline of Forex Reserves Amid Slump in Gold Holdings
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reported on Friday that India's foreign exchange reserves have declined by $9.985 billion, settling at $671.625 billion for the week ending June 12. This drop is primarily attributed to a sharp decline in gold reserves.In the preceding reporting week, the overall reserve figure had witnessed a decrease of $711 million, reaching $681.610 billion. The data released by the RBI provides a granular look into the components driving these movements.
Foreign Currency Assets See Modest Increase
A positive component of the reserves was seen in foreign currency assets. These assets increased by $846 million, reaching $544.290 billion for the period.Foreign currency assets include various non-US units such as the euro, pound, and yen held within the foreign exchange reserves, taking into account the effects of appreciation or depreciation expressed in dollar terms. This increment provides a slight buffer against the overall decline.
Steep Fall in Gold Reserves Dominates Reserve Movements
The most significant drag on the forex reserve figures was the decrease in gold reserves. The value of gold reserves fell by $10.754 billion, currently standing at $103.821 billion during the reporting week.The Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) component also registered a decline, down $66 million to $18.699 billion, as stated by the apex bank.
IMF Reserve Position Slips Marginally
According to the RBI's data, India's reserve position with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) saw a minor decrease of $11 million in the reporting week. This position is now recorded at $4.815 billion.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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