Gold price today
Real-time gold (XAU/USD) quote. Interactive chart with historical data, daily change and price per ounce, gram and kilogram.
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What moves the gold price today?
- Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate decisions
- Inflation data (CPI) in the US, Europe and other major economies
- Geopolitical tensions and international conflicts
- US dollar strength or weakness (DXY)
- Central bank demand (China, India, Turkey)
- Gold ETF inflows/outflows (GLD, IAU)
Frequently asked questions about gold
What is the gold spot price?
The spot price is the current market price at which gold can be bought or sold for immediate delivery. It is set by trading on global exchanges like COMEX and LBMA and updates every few seconds during market hours.
What factors move the gold price today?
Key drivers include Federal Reserve interest rate decisions, US dollar strength, inflation data (CPI/PPI), geopolitical tensions, central bank gold purchases, and ETF fund flows.
How often is the gold price updated on this page?
The gold price on this page refreshes automatically every 60 seconds during market hours using data from multiple providers including Yahoo Finance and Gold API.
What is the difference between spot price and retail price?
The spot price is the wholesale market rate. When you buy physical gold from a dealer, you pay a premium above spot that covers minting, shipping, and the dealer's margin. Premiums typically range from 3% to 10% depending on the product.