Gold Price Today — 28 August 2026
+0.34% · close $4611.20 · 24K $148.11/g — Gold finished the session higher on Friday, registering a 0.34 percent increase from the previous close.
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Gold closed at 4611.2 on Friday, marking a 0.34 percent increase from the previous close of 4595.7. The session took place on Friday, capturing market activity for the date. Trading throughout the day reflected measured movement across global exchanges. Market participants recorded the final settlement at the conclusion of the trading period.
The session opened at 4595.9 and established an intraday high of 4615.2 before dropping to a low of 4573.5. This trading spread formed a total range percentage of 0.91 across the course of the day. The closing price of 4611.2 positioned the metal near the upper boundary of the daily extremes. These figures outline the complete session profile for market observers.
Per-karat gram closes at the day's close are detailed in the matrix below for standard purities. 24k gold closed at 148.11 per gram, while 22k settled at 135.9 per gram. Additionally, 18k gold finished at 111.19 per gram and 14k concluded at 86.48 per gram. Readers can reference the complete valuation table below for precise metric breakdowns.
Currency closes across the five site currencies show distinct regional valuations at the market close. The metal settled at 148.25 in USD, 109.16 in GBP, and 127.31 in EUR. Furthermore, the closing rate reached 205.44 in CAD and 206.13 in AUD. The accompanying currency table provides a full comparative breakdown of these rates.
Comparing the current session to historical data provides context on recent market positioning. The closing price of 4611.2 compares to a reading of 4604.4 recorded one week ago. Meanwhile, the 30-day average stands at 4614.76. Data for one month ago and one year ago show not yet enough history.
For individuals pricing gold items today, these rates establish baseline values for buyers, sellers, and jewellers. Market participants can utilize the live calculator to compute exact valuations for specific weights and purities. Price-alert tools are also available on the platform to monitor subsequent market movements. These utilities assist users in tracking real-time pricing developments.
| Karat | Close per gram (USD) | Per ounce equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 24K | $148.11 | $4,607 |
| 22K | $135.90 | $4,227 |
| 18K | $111.19 | $3,458 |
| 14K | $86.48 | $2,690 |
| Currency | 24K close per gram |
|---|---|
| USD | $148.25 |
| GBP | £109.16 |
| EUR | €127.31 |
| CAD | CA$205.44 |
| AUD | A$206.13 |
| Reference | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Yesterday (prev close) | $4,596 | +0.34% |
| One week ago | $4,604 | +0.15% |
| 30-day average | $4,615 | -0.08% |
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Set a price alertThe recorded figures behind this article
| Fact | Recorded value |
|---|---|
| Article type | Daily digest |
| Archive day | 2026-08-28 |
| Day of week | Friday |
| Spot close (USD/oz) | $4,611 |
| Session open | $4,596 |
| Session high | $4,615 |
| Session low | $4,574 |
| Previous close | $4,596 |
| Daily change | +0.34% |
| Intraday range | 0.91% |
| Close one week ago | $4,604 |
| 30-day average close | $4,615 |
Generated with gemini-assisted writing over GramRate's recorded data on 2026-08-28 08:33 UTC. Indicative market data — not investment advice.
About this article
What was the direction and magnitude of the gold price move on Friday?
Gold moved upward during the Friday session, recording a 0.34 percent increase. The price closed at 4611.2, rising from the previous close of 4595.7.
How does today's gold price compare to recent history and the 30-day average?
The closing price of 4611.2 compares to 4604.4 recorded one week ago. The 30-day average for the metal stands at 4614.76.
What were the per-gram closing prices for different karats of gold?
At the day's close, 24k gold finished at 148.11 per gram and 22k closed at 135.9 per gram. Meanwhile, 18k settled at 111.19 per gram and 14k closed at 86.48 per gram.
How was this article produced?
It was generated automatically from GramRate's own recorded market data (minute-by-minute readings archived since day one), with the narrative drafted by gemini-assisted writing and every figure taken directly from the recorded statistics. The chart above is rendered from the same archive. No external wire copy is used, and the underlying figures are listed below for verification.