The increase lifts the European Central Bank’s reserve holdings to €348.5 billion, a closely watched buffer used in currency operations and broader financial stability management.
The European Central Bank’s foreign exchange reserves increased by €900 million, bringing the total to €348.5 billion. Foreign exchange reserves are holdings of foreign currencies and related assets that central banks use to support market operations, manage liquidity and help reinforce confidence in the financial system. The move signals a modest increase in the ECB’s reserve stockpile, though no further breakdown was provided in the source.