TBILISI, January 6 – Georgia’s foreign currency reserves jumped sharply in December, hitting a record level as the central bank continued large-scale purchases on the market.
According to data released on Tuesday by the National Bank of Georgia, the country’s international reserves increased by USD 342.6 million compared to the previous month, reaching about USD 6.16 billion by the end of December.
The central bank said it remains focused on building up reserves, citing favorable market conditions throughout 2025. From March through November, the bank carried out net foreign currency purchases almost every month, with particularly strong buying in July and November. In total, net purchases between January and November reached USD 2.07 billion. December figures for net purchases will be published on January 26.
International reserves are seen as a key buffer for macroeconomic stability, especially for small and open economies like Georgia. The central bank said its long-term policy prioritizes the accumulation of reserves and effective management of reserve assets, adding that the latest figures reflect that strategy.
Gold continues to play a growing role in Georgia’s reserves. As of December, gold accounted for 16.3 percent of total reserves, valued at USD 1.002 billion. The central bank noted that changes in global gold prices have doubled the value of its monetary gold holdings since purchase, adding USD 502.3 million in value and supporting its reserve diversification strategy.
The National Bank said updated data on official international reserves will be released on February 6, 2026.
