Bucharest, October 11, 2025 – The Europe Today: Romania ranks 36th globally in terms of central bank reserves, which stand at approximately USD 73 billion, according to The World Factbook based on 2024 data. The country holds the same global position in terms of economic size, with its GDP calculated at purchasing power parity (PPP).
The National Bank of Romania (BNR) reported that as of August 31, 2025, the nation’s reserves stood at EUR 65 billion, showing a slight decline from EUR 65.188 billion recorded earlier. In comparison, Romania’s reserves were estimated at USD 55 billion in 2022, reflecting a gradual increase over the past few years despite minor fluctuations.
According to The World Factbook, the top 10 countries collectively hold USD 9.4 trillion in foreign exchange and gold reserves, representing over 60 percent of the global total.
China leads the global ranking with USD 3.45 trillion, followed by Japan with USD 1.23 trillion, and the United States with USD 910 billion. The Economics Review attributes China’s substantial reserves to its consistent trade surpluses, which bring in significantly more foreign currency than is spent abroad.
Other countries in the top ten include Switzerland (USD 909 billion), India (USD 643 billion), Russia (USD 597 billion), Saudi Arabia (USD 463 billion), Hong Kong (USD 425 billion), South Korea (USD 418 billion), and Singapore (USD 383 billion).
Romania’s steady position in the global ranking highlights the stability of its monetary reserves and its balanced macroeconomic outlook, supported by prudent policies of the National Bank of Romania amid evolving global financial conditions.
