Gold snatched up by central banks at fastest pace in 55 years

China and Turkey among big buyers as dollar's dominance fades

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Many central banks bought gold to counter sanctions-related risks and as an inflation hedge. (Photo by Masaru Shioyama)

MUNEMASA HORIO, Nikkei staff writer

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.

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