Gold Hits $4,495.44 Per Ounce Amid 1.7% Price Surge
The price of gold has risen to $4,495.44 per ounce on August 19, 2026, marking a gain of 1.70% or $75.26 from the previous close.
This increase brings the total rise in gold prices over the past year to 34.69%, with gold now trading at $4,495.44 compared to its price one year ago of $3,337.66 per ounce.
Gold is currently trading 17.93% below its 52-week high of $5,477.79 and 35.61% above its 52-week low of $3,314.92.