Gold Price Today: Gold Rises 1.57% on September 17, 2026

As of Sept. 17, 2026, at 8:05 a.m. ET, the spot price of gold was $4,349.70 per ounce, according to the latest market data. That's up 1.57%, a gain of $67.23 from the previous close of $4,282.47.

One year ago, gold traded at $3,694.87 per ounce, meaning prices have risen 17.72% over the past 12 months.

Gold is trading 20.59% below its 52-week high. It remains 19.54% above its 52-week low.

A week ago, gold traded at $4,395.97 per ounce. Prices are down 1.05% since then.

A month ago, gold traded at $4,420.18 per ounce. Prices are down 1.59% since then.

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