This report reviews United States gold retail price for August 15, 2026, alongside the latest ounce and major carat references.
Gold finished the measured period above its opening level. Weekly market summary: $4,335.70 → $4,377.60, high $4,434.50, change +0.97%.
United States Gold Retail Price and Metal Value
| Open | $4,335.70 | Close | $4,377.60 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | $4,434.50 | Low | $4,321.00 |
| Average | $4,379.56 | Change | +0.97% |
How the week unfolded
Monday, August 10, 2026
Open $4,335.70, high $4,420.10, low $4,331.20, close $4,420.10, change +1.95%. Retail Gold Price in United States: Latest Ounce and Carat Refere…
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Open $4,407.20, high $4,407.20, low $4,365.80, close $4,397.70, change -0.22%. Currency Impact on United States Gold Rates: Latest Reading
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Open $4,403.90, high $4,434.50, low $4,401.20, close $4,410.40, change +0.15%. Gold Resale Quotes in United States: What Sellers Should Check
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Open $4,404.10, high $4,404.10, low $4,321.00, close $4,321.00, change -1.89%. Gold Price Check for Buyers in United States: Latest Reference
Friday, August 14, 2026
Open $4,326.60, high $4,390.80, low $4,326.60, close $4,377.60, change +1.18%. United States Retail Gold Rates: What Buyers Should Compare
Historical comparison
The strongest historical reference in the comparison window was $4,434.50 on 2026-08-12. Gold Resale Quotes in United States: What Sellers Should Check
What this means for buyers and sellers
Reference prices describe the metal value. Retail quotes may differ because of craftsmanship, taxes, premiums, dealer margins and buyback conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What was the weekly gold range?
$4,321.00 to $4,434.50.
Did gold finish higher or lower?
The closing level changed by +0.97% from the opening level.
Data and linked reports
This article was generated from the GMIP historical archive for United States, covering 2026-08-10 to 2026-08-14.
Understanding the local price
Compare like-for-like products by purity, weight, quote time and buyback terms before making a decision.
The displayed figure is a metal-value reference before product premiums, fabrication, taxes and dealer margins.
How to compare the current reading
Compare the latest figure with an earlier reading from the same source and a similar quote time. Separate the movement in metal value from fabrication charges, taxes and retail margins.
Match purity, weight, product type, delivery method and buyback terms. Bars, coins and finished jewellery may carry different premiums even when their gold content is similar.
What the rates mean for buyers
The table is a market reference expressed in USD, not a binding retail offer. The final price in United States can vary with availability, product premiums, taxes and dealer policy.
Request an itemised purchase quote and a separate resale quote. Confirm net weight, purity, invoice details and any testing or handling conditions.
Frequently asked questions
How is the gold price calculated in United States?
The calculation starts with the global ounce price and the exchange rate to USD, then applies the campaign’s local market settings.
When are gold prices updated?
Prices follow the campaign schedule, while actual dealer quotes may vary during the day because of premiums, taxes and retail margins.
Last updated: August 15, 2026 6:00 AM. Figures depend on configured price and exchange-rate sources, and local prices may vary.
