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Gold prices soar to record high

The surge in gold prices took place yesterday, setting a new benchmark for precious metal enthusiasts

GNN Web Desk
Published a year ago on Sep 17th 2023, 10:45 pm
By Web Desk
Gold prices soar to record high

A remarkable turn of events saw a significant increase in gold prices on the Saudi Arabian gold market, with the cost of 24 carat gold per gram reaching an all-time high of 231.98 riyals.

As the global economic landscape continues to change, this astounding increase has astounded both analysts and investors.

According to reports from the Saudi Press Agency, the surge in gold prices took place yesterday, setting a new benchmark for precious metal enthusiasts. The price breakdown for various karats of gold was as follows:

  • 24 Karat: 231.98 riyals per gram
  • 22 Karat: 212.65 riyals per gram
  • 21 Karat: 202.98 riyals per gram
  • 18 Karat: 173.99 riyals per gram

Furthermore, for those looking to invest in larger quantities of gold, the market provided the following rates:

  • 21 Carat, Eight-Gram Guinea: 1,948.63 riyals
  • 22 Carat, One-Gram Guinea: 2,041.43 riyals
  • 24 Carat, One-Gram Guinea: 2,227.01 riyals

The substantial increase in gold prices also extended to bulk purchases, with one kilogram of gold commanding a staggering 233,604.13 riyals.

The factors contributing to this remarkable surge in gold prices are multifaceted and remain a topic of discussion among market analysts.

Geopolitical tensions, fluctuations in the global economy, and shifts in investor sentiment are all being closely scrutinized as potential drivers of this remarkable increase.

Gold, known for its historical resilience as a safe-haven asset, has once again demonstrated its ability to captivate investors during uncertain times.

The fresh record prices in the Saudi Arabian gold market are certain to have an impact on the larger global economy as the world watches attentively, causing many to wonder how the value of this precious metal will develop in the future.