Gold Price Today — Live Spot Price 2026
Real-time gold prices, expert analysis, and investment insights. Updated every 60 seconds.
Annual Gold Returns — Last 10 Years
Gold has been positive in 8 of the last 11 years. The 2025 return of +65% was the strongest annual gain since 1979. Three years finished negative — all during dollar-strength cycles or Fed tightening.
Based on London PM Fix year-end closing prices. 2026 YTD as of May 2026. 3 of 11 full years negative.
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Common Questions
What is the gold price today?▼
The current gold spot price is $4166.70 per troy ounce (2:49:56 PM). Per gram, 24-karat gold costs $133.96.
When is the gold market open and closed?▼
Gold trades nearly 24 hours a day, Sunday 6:00 PM ET through Friday 5:00 PM ET, with a daily maintenance break from 5:00–6:00 PM ET. The market is closed all day Saturday and Sunday before 6:00 PM ET. Major trading sessions are New York (COMEX), London (LBMA), and Shanghai (SGE).
Is gold a good investment in 2026?▼
Gold returned +65% in 2025, outperforming the S&P 500 (+23%) and every major asset class. It crossed $4,000 for the first time, reached $4,379 in October 2025, and extended to a current ATH of $5,602 in early 2026. Financial advisors often recommend a 5–15% portfolio allocation as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation. However, it does not pay dividends or yield.
What is the difference between spot price and buy price?▼
The spot price is the theoretical instant-delivery price. When you buy physical gold, dealers add a premium (typically 1–8% for coins and bars) to cover manufacturing, insurance, and profit margin.