TOKYO -- Gold buying by central banks reached its highest level in 55 years, data released Tuesday shows, as the freezing of Russia's dollar assets spurred countries to seek alternatives less vulnerable to economic sanctions.
China and Turkey among big buyers as dollar's dominance fades

Many central banks bought gold to counter sanctions-related risks and as an inflation hedge. (Photo by Masaru Shioyama)
TOKYO -- Gold buying by central banks reached its highest level in 55 years, data released Tuesday shows, as the freezing of Russia's dollar assets spurred countries to seek alternatives less vulnerable to economic sanctions.