Our Summary:China's central bank added 740,000 ounces of gold to its reserves in September, its largest monthly purchase since October 2023, as gold fell over 6%. The move marked the seventh straight month of larger additions, and the country's gold holdings now stand at 77.47 million fine troy ounces. China's gold buying has grown every month since March, and the country is now the second-largest gold buyer in the world, behind Poland.

Our Summary:Russia's digital ruble has seen an impressive first month, with over 220,000 accounts opened, exceeding the central bank's forecast by nearly 4 times. This early adoption comes as BRICS nations explore linking their digital currencies for cross-border trade and payments, driven by Russia's need for alternative payment options due to Western sanctions.