VTB noted an increase in demand for precious metals

In the first 11 months of this year, the portfolio of precious metals in depersonalized metal accounts at VTB increased by more than 50%, and the number of transactions for their purchase increased by 62% compared to the same period in 2024. This was reported in the press service of the bank.

The total volume of metals in the bank's accounts increased by 21 tons during the specified period.

In total, 101 thousand anonymized metal accounts have been opened in VTB, which store over 62 tons of precious metals.

VTB records the steady interest of customers in buying gold. Its volume on the compulsory medical insurance has increased by more than 550 kg in 11 months.

"The growth of interest in precious metals in recent years is primarily due to an increase in their value. Gold remains one of the most profitable assets. For example, in 2024, gold in rubles rose in price by more than 40%, in 2025, the value of silver increased by 40%. Traditionally, this metal is a reliable alternative to foreign exchange instruments, it helps to hedge risks during global geopolitical instability and diversify savings," said Alexey Okhorzin, Senior Vice President and Head of the Retail Business Products Department at VTB.

All important news is on the Izvestia channel in the MAX messenger.