Bitcoin News Today: Fed Considers Gold Revaluation to Fund Bitcoin Reserve

The Federal Reserve is examining the potential for revaluing U.S. gold reserves, a strategy that could generate over $750 billion without selling any physical gold, potentially supporting a future U.S. Bitcoin Reserve initiative [1]. The Treasury currently values its 261.5 million ounces of gold at $42.22 per ounce—set in 1973—resulting in a total value of around $11 billion. At today’s market price, the same reserve would be worth significantly more [1].

This approach mirrors strategies employed by countries such as Germany and Italy, which have used gold revaluation gains to cover national debts and central bank losses without issuing new taxes or bonds [1]. By revaluing its gold holdings, the U.S. could theoretically issue a new gold certificate based on updated prices, creating new funds that could be directed toward a Bitcoin reserve, as proposed in Senator Lummis’ legislative framework [1].

However, the strategy is not without controversy. Critics argue that revaluation could increase the money supply, potentially fueling inflation. Historical precedents, such as the 1934 gold revaluation, show how such actions can shift monetary control from the Federal Reserve to the Treasury, raising concerns about central bank independence [1]. These concerns are heightened by recent tensions between the Trump administration and the Fed over monetary policy.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has publicly denied any current plans to revalue gold, stating in March 2025 on the All-In podcast, “I can say today we’re not revaluing the gold” [1]. Despite this, the Fed’s recent report outlines the legal and financial steps involved in such a process, suggesting that while the idea remains dormant, it is being analyzed for potential future use [1].

The exploration of gold revaluation reflects a broader trend in global financial strategy. Institutions like Groupe BPCE and Banco BPM have reported strong second-quarter results in 2025, driven by strategic growth and cost efficiency [3][4]. Meanwhile, digital assets are increasingly being considered for reserve management. Seven public companies have reportedly adopted XRP as a corporate reserve asset in 2025, illustrating a growing interest in diversifying treasury holdings [2].

The potential shift in U.S. reserve strategy underscores a broader reevaluation of how traditional and digital assets can be integrated into national financial frameworks. If implemented, the revaluation of gold could serve as a precedent for leveraging existing assets to fund emerging technologies and financial innovations. However, the Fed must carefully weigh the economic and political implications, particularly in terms of inflation and central bank autonomy [1].

Sources:

[1] Federal Reserve Explores Gold Revaluation Strategies That May Support Future U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Initiatives

https://en.coinotag.com/federal-reserve-explores-gold-revaluation-strategies-that-may-support-future-u-s-bitcoin-reserve-initiatives/

[2] XRP Is Becoming a Corporate Reserve Asset

https://www.ccn.com/education/crypto/xrp-corporate-reserve-asset-7-firms-to-watch/

[3] Groupe BPCE Results for the 2nd quarter and 1st half of 2025

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bpce-groupe-bpce-results-2nd-154500984.html

[4] Earnings call transcript: Banco BPM sees strong growth in ...

https://www.investing.com/news/transcripts/earnings-call-transcript-banco-bpm-sees-strong-growth-in-q2-2025-93CH-4171128