Hong Kong SAR, China Foreign Reserves
Total reserves including gold FI.RES.TOTL.CD
Hong Kong SAR, China's foreign reserves was $416.2B in 2025, ranked 8th globally. This represents a 2.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Hong Kong SAR, China's foreign reserves stood at $416.2B in 2025, a decline of +$9.4B from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $416.2B by 2025. Hong Kong SAR, China ranked 8th globally.
Hong Kong SAR, China's foreign reserves have demonstrated significant growth over the past three decades, with an all-time peak of 496,867,134,129.41 reached in 2021. However, the territory's reserves have also experienced a notable trough in 1990, with a value of 24,655,780,000.00. Currently, Hong Kong's foreign reserves stand at 416,180,524,334.73, ranking eighth globally. In comparison, Saudi Arabia's foreign reserves, which have historically been among the highest globally, currently stand at 459,186,981,744.47. The rapid growth in Hong Kong's foreign reserves is largely attributed to its strategic fiscal policies and economic stability. The territory's ability to manage its foreign reserves effectively has enabled it to navigate economic challenges and capitalize on opportunities. Looking ahead, a significant depreciation of the US dollar or a sharp decline in global trade could potentially alter the trajectory of Hong Kong's foreign reserves.
Data & projection
| Year | Foreign Reserves | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $406.2B | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $416.2B | - | - |
| 2025 | $416.2B | −$9.4B | #8 |
| 2023 | $425.6B | +$1.5B | #8 |
| 2022 | $424.0B | −$72.8B | #8 |
| 2021 | $496.9B | +$5.1B | #7 |
| 2020 | $491.8B | +$50.4B | #7 |
| 2019 | $441.3B | +$16.7B | #8 |
| 2018 | $424.6B | −$6.8B | #7 |
| 2017 | $431.4B | +$45.1B | #7 |
| 2016 | $386.3B | +$27.5B | #6 |
| 2015 | $358.8B | +$30.3B | #8 |
| 2014 | $328.5B | +$17.3B | #9 |
| 2013 | $311.2B | −$6.2B | #9 |
| 2012 | $317.4B | +$32.0B | #9 |
| 2011 | $285.4B | +$29.6B | #10 |
| 2009 | $255.8B | +$73.3B | #8 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hong Kong SAR, China matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2017. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw foreign reserves improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hong Kong SAR, China's foreign reserves was $416.2B in 2025. Ranked 8th globally. This represents a 2.2% decrease from the previous year.
Hong Kong SAR, China's foreign reserves peaked at $496.9B in 2021.
The lowest foreign reserves in Hong Kong SAR, China was $24.7B in 1990.
Hong Kong SAR, China ranks 8th globally in foreign reserves as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FI.RES.TOTL.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Hong Kong SAR, China's foreign reserves is projected to reach $416.2B by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Hong Kong SAR, China's foreign reserves was approximately 416.18 billion ($416.2B) in 2025.
The foreign reserves of Hong Kong SAR, China in 2025 was $416.2B. This ranks 8th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Hong Kong SAR, China Foreign Reserves},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hong-kong-sar-china/reserves/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}