How Much Is Gold Worth Right Now?
Live gold spot price live. See today's gold price per ounce, gram, and pennyweight.
What Moves the Gold Price?
Gold is a global commodity priced in US dollars. Four major forces drive its price up or down at any given time.
US Dollar Strength
Gold and the US dollar have an inverse relationship. When the dollar weakens, gold costs more dollars per ounce — and vice versa. The DXY index (dollar index) is the single most-watched metric for gold price direction.
Inflation & Interest Rates
Gold is widely held as an inflation hedge. When real interest rates (nominal rates minus inflation) are low or negative, the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding gold drops, making it more attractive versus bonds and savings accounts.
Central Bank Buying
Central banks in China, India, Turkey, and dozens of other countries have been buying gold at record rates since 2022 as part of reserve diversification away from US dollars. This structural demand has been a major price driver.
Geopolitical Risk
Gold is a "safe haven" asset. During wars, financial crises, or major political instability, investors and governments move capital into gold because it holds value independent of any country's financial system.
Gold Karat Value Table — Today's Prices
At today's spot price of —, here is what each karat is worth per gram and per troy ounce.
| Karat | Purity | Value per Gram | Value per Troy Oz |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10k | 41.7% | — | — |
| 14k | 58.3% | — | — |
| 18k | 75.0% | — | — |
| 22k | 91.7% | — | — |
| 24k | 100.0% | — | — |
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