Question 1

What is the current price of gold today?

Accepted Answer

The live gold price today updates every 60 seconds on GoldTrack. Scroll to the top of this page to see the real-time spot price of gold in USD per troy ounce, along with 24-hour price changes and interactive charts. You can also view gold prices in other currencies including EUR, GBP, JPY, and CNY.

Question 2

How often do gold and silver prices update on GoldTrack?

Accepted Answer

GoldTrack updates all precious metals prices every 60 seconds using real-time WebSocket connections to our data sources. This ensures you always have access to the most current spot prices for gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and industrial metals. Prices are sourced from authoritative exchanges including LBMA, CME, and COMEX.

Question 3

Is GoldTrack free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Core features like real-time gold prices, silver prices, historical charts, market analysis, and educational resources are completely free with no registration required. For personalized features like price alerts and portfolio tracking, you can create a free account. We also offer an optional premium subscription with additional features like more price alerts and expanded portfolio tracking.

Question 4

What precious metals can I track on GoldTrack?

Accepted Answer

GoldTrack provides live prices for four precious metals (gold, silver, platinum, and palladium) and five major industrial metals (copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, and lead). Each metal includes real-time spot prices, 24-hour price changes, interactive charts with multiple timeframes, and conversion calculators for different units and currencies.

Question 5

Can I view gold prices in different currencies?

Accepted Answer

Yes! GoldTrack supports eight major currencies: US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), British Pound (GBP), Japanese Yen (JPY), Chinese Yuan (CNY), Canadian Dollar (CAD), Swiss Franc (CHF), and Russian Ruble (RUB). Use the currency selector at the top of any page to instantly convert gold, silver, and other metal prices to your preferred currency. All exchange rates are updated in real-time.

Question 6

What is a troy ounce and how is it different from a regular ounce?

Accepted Answer

A troy ounce is the standard unit of measurement for precious metals, equal to 31.1035 grams. It's about 10% heavier than a regular (avoirdupois) ounce (28.35 grams). When you see gold prices quoted as &lsquo;$2,000 per ounce,&rsquo; this always refers to troy ounces. GoldTrack allows you to convert between troy ounces, grams, kilograms, and other units instantly.

Question 7

How do I invest in gold?

Accepted Answer

There are several ways to invest in gold: physical gold (coins and bars), gold ETFs (exchange-traded funds), gold mining stocks, and digital gold. Each method has different advantages regarding liquidity, storage, costs, and tax implications. Physical gold offers direct ownership, while ETFs provide easier trading. Our comprehensive guide walks you through all investment options.

Question 8

Why do gold prices fluctuate?

Accepted Answer

Gold prices fluctuate based on multiple factors including US dollar strength, inflation expectations, interest rates, geopolitical events, central bank policies, and investment demand. Gold is often viewed as a safe-haven asset during economic uncertainty. Supply factors like mining production and jewelry demand also influence prices. Track these movements in real-time on GoldTrack's charts.

Question 9

What is the difference between spot price and retail price?

Accepted Answer

The spot price is the current market price for immediate delivery of a precious metal, traded on major exchanges. Retail prices from dealers include a premium above spot price to cover costs like manufacturing, distribution, and dealer margins. Premiums typically range from 3-10% for gold bars and 5-15% for coins. GoldTrack displays spot prices, which represent the baseline market value.

Question 10

Can I set price alerts for gold and silver?

Accepted Answer

Yes! GoldTrack offers price alerts that notify you when gold, silver, or other metals reach your target price. Create a free account to set up to 2 email alerts, or upgrade to Plus for more alerts. Click the bell icon on any metal card to get started.

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