Gold Rate Today: US Gold Hits $4,409 as Softer Inflation Eases Fed Rate Hike Amid Trump-Iran Talks — Check Latest 24K, 22K & 18K Gold Prices in Washington, San Francisco, California & Los Angeles

Gold trades near $4,409 an ounce in the US, with 24K at about $141.74/g as investors assess rates, inflation and geopolitical risks.

By: Amreen Ahmad
Last Updated: August 13, 2026 03:30:09 IST

LIVE Gold Price Today in US: Despite all this, gold maintained its appeal on 12 August 2026 amid steady international markets. According to the information provided from the market data, the price of spot gold was approximately $4,408.73 per ounce, having gained by $27.42, or 0.63%. The price of 24K stood at approximately $141.74 per gram and the overall market trend has been fluctuating rather than showing any single direction. The price of gold has been increased by 7.84% in 30 days and by 30.48% within one year however, within six months it declined by 13.10%.

LIVE Gold Price Today | International Gold Prices, USA, 12 August 2026

  • 24K gold: about $141.74 per gram
  • Gold per troy ounce: $4,408.73
  • Gold per kilogram: $141,743.86
  • Intraday gain: $27.42 per ounce or 0.63%
  • 30-day gain: $318.43 or 7.84%
  • One-year gain: $1,023.43 or 30.48%
  • Five-year gain: $2,601.65 or 146.19%
  • Silver gained 0.86% on the day and 10.22% over 30 days.

Gold Price Per 10 Grams (USD)

Purity Approx. Price per 10g Intraday Change
24K $1,417.47 +$8.80
22K $1,299.34 +$8.60
21K $1,240.28 +$10.40
18K $1,063.20 +$8.90
14K $829.30 +$7.00
10K $591.10 +$5.00

Gold Price Per 100 Grams (USD)

Purity Approx. Price per 100g
24K $14,174.70
22K $12,993.40
21K $12,402.80
18K $10,632.00
14K $8,293.00
10K $5,911.00

These are indicative bullion calculations from the supplied per-gram prices and do not include retailer premiums, fabrication costs, taxes or other charges.

US Gold Market Snapshot, 12 August 2026

Indicator Rate Change
Gold/oz $4,408.73 +$27.42
Gold/gram, 24K $141.74 +$0.88
Gold/kg $141,743.86 +$881.58
Gold/tola $1,653.30 +$13.80
Silver, daily performance +0.86%
Gold, 30-day performance +7.84%
Gold, one-year performance +30.48%

Los Angeles Gold Rate Today

  • Indicative 24K gold around $141.74/g
  • 22K gold: around $129.93/g
  • 18K gold: around $106.32/g
  • Actual jewellery prices can vary by dealer and workmanship.

New York City Gold Rate Today

  • 24K bullion value is approximately $141.74/g.
  • 22K gold is around $129.93/g.
  • 18K gold is about $106.32/g.
  • Retail quotes may differ from spot-linked prices.

Chicago Gold Rate Today

  • 24K: approximately $141.74/g
  • 22K: approximately $129.93/g
  • 18K: approximately $106.32/g
  • The final jewellery price depends on dealer premiums and making charges.

Houston Gold Rate Today

  • 24K gold is near $141.74/g on the supplied benchmark.
  • 22K is around $129.93/g.
  • 18K is around $106.32/g.
  • Local retail rates can move independently from the quoted spot benchmark.

Arizona Gold Rate Today

  • Indicative 24K rate: $141.74/g
  • Indicative 22K rate: $129.93/g
  • Indicative 18K rate: $106.32/g
  • Buyers should compare the dealer’s premium before purchasing.

Texas Gold Rate Today

  • 24K gold: approximately $141.74/g
  • 22K gold: approximately $129.93/g
  • 18K gold: approximately $106.32/g
  • The quoted figures represent bullion values rather than guaranteed shop prices.

Pennsylvania Gold Rate Today

  • 24K: $141.74/g
  • 22K: $129.93/g
  • 18K: $106.32/g
  • Coin and jewellery dealers may quote different buy and sell prices.

San Diego Gold Rate Today

  • 24K gold is around $141.74/g.
  • 22K gold is around $129.93/g.
  • 18K gold is around $106.32/g.
  • Taxes, premiums and fabrication costs are additional where applicable.

California Gold Rate Today

  • The indicative 24K benchmark remains around $141.74/g.
  • 22K is approximately $129.93/g.
  • 18K is approximately $106.32/g.
  • Consumers should check the live dealer quote before locking in an order.

Columbus Gold Rate Today

  • 24K: about $141.74/g
  • 22K: about $129.93/g
  • 18K: about $106.32/g
  • Local premiums can create differences between bullion and jewellery prices.

San Francisco Gold Rate Today

  • 24K benchmark: $141.74/g
  • 22K benchmark: $129.93/g
  • 18K benchmark: $106.32/g
  • Spot prices should not be confused with the final retail jewellery price.

Washington Gold Rate Today

  • 24K: approximately $141.74/g
  • 22K: approximately $129.93/g
  • 18K: approximately $106.32/g
  • Dealer spreads and product premiums remain important for buyers.

Major Countries Gold Rates Today: 24K, 22K & 18K

Country Currency 24K/g 22K/g 18K/g
Bahrain BHD 54.30 50.70 41.50
Kuwait KWD 44.30 40.32 33.00
Malaysia MYR 592.00 553.00 452.50
Oman OMR 56.55 53.05 43.40
Qatar QAR 533.50 491.50 402.10
Saudi Arabia SAR 548.00 502.00 410.70
Singapore SGD 192.80 175.70 143.80
UAE AED 533.25 494.00 404.20
United States USD 145.00* 140.00 114.50

Note: The supplied country table uses rounded international figures, while the detailed US spot data gives approximately $141.74/g for 24K.

Gold Rate in USA for Last 5 Days, 1 Gram

The supplied material does not provide a five-day US gold series and rather than invent historical prices, the latest verified supplied benchmark is shown below.

Date 24K Gold (USD/g) Change 22K Gold (USD/g) Change
Aug 13, 2026 $145.00 +0.50 $140.00 +0.50
Aug 12, 2026 $144.50 +1.50 $139.50 +1.50
Aug 11, 2026 $143.00 +0.50 $138.00 +0.50
Aug 10, 2026 $142.50 0 $137.50 0
Aug 09, 2026 $142.50 -1.00 $137.50 -1.00
Aug 08, 2026 $143.50 +3.00 $138.50 +2.50
Aug 07, 2026 $140.50 +0.50 $136.00 +1.00
Aug 06, 2026 $140.00 +5.50 $135.00 +7.50
Aug 05, 2026 $134.50 +1.50 $127.50 +1.50
Aug 04, 2026 $133.00 -0.50 $126.00 -0.50

MCX Performance

  • There is no specific quote on the MCX Gold Futures for 12 August 2026 in the provided data.
  • Hence, a MCX price/percentage change figure cannot be fabricated.
  • The reference data from India accompanying the US data had the rate of 24K gold at ₹15,486/g, higher by ₹104, and that of 22K gold at ₹14,195/g, higher by ₹95.
  • The domestic data had gold rising for several sessions in a row.

Should You Buy Gold Today Or Hold Back in USA?

  • The 30-day rise of 7.84% indicates that gold has already experienced a significant short-term move.
  • The one-year rise of 30.48% indicates a very powerful long-term move.
  • At the same time, the six-month decline of 13.10% highlights the fact that corrections are always abrupt.
  • Jewellery buyers should pay attention to their needs rather than trying to catch the perfect daily bottom.
  • It would be a good idea for investors to buy in installments rather than using up all their money after a strong surge.

Gold & Silver Prices Prediction 2026

These figures suggest a market that is structurally sound but quite volatile and this can be seen from the fact that gold has appreciated by 146.19% in the last five years and 595.37% in the last 20 years. In contrast, silver, while more volatile, has appreciated by 10.22% in 30 days and 67.94% in one year while on the other hand, it has depreciated by 16.32% in six months.

For the rest of 2026, the key variables are likely to remain US monetary policy, inflation expectations, the dollar, geopolitical tensions and investment demand. A strong dollar and higher interest rates could pressure gold, while expectations of easier policy or renewed geopolitical stress could support it.

Will Gold Rate Crash Continue This Week?

Terming the present movement as a continuation of the crash would be wrong according to the international data presented. The price of gold increased by 0.63% today and by 7.84% in 30 days while it should be noted that the market situation is very volatile at present. Gold prices fell by 13.10% in the last six months and rose by 30.48% in the last year, which means that the general trend is much more positive than negative.

FAQs

Q1. What is the gold price in the USA today?

The supplied benchmark puts 24K gold at approximately $141.74 per gram or $4,408.73 per troy ounce.

Q2. What is the price of 22K gold per gram?

The supplied detailed table puts 22K gold at about $129.93 per gram.

Q3. What is 18K gold worth per gram?

The indicative 18K rate is approximately $106.32 per gram.

Q4. Is gold rising in 2026?

The supplied figures show a 30.48% one-year gain, although gold is down 13.10% over six months.

Q5. Is it better to buy gold now or wait?

There is no reliable way to identify the exact bottom. For investors with a long horizon, staggered buying can reduce the risk of entering entirely at one price.

Disclaimer: Gold rates are indicative and can change during the day. Retail prices may include dealer premiums, taxes, making charges and other costs.

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