Gold is a chemical element with the symbol Au and atomic number 79. In its pure form, it is a bright metallic yellow, dense, soft, malleable, and ductile metal. Gold is a transition metal, a group 11 element, and one of the noble metals, being one of the least reactive chemical elements. It often occurs as a free element in rocks, veins, and alluvial deposits.
Gold is available in various forms, including bullion bars, coins, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These are offered by various manufacturers and distributors, including JM Bullion, Monex, APMEX, UOB Group, and Hang Seng Bank. Gold is traded on the OTC London market, the US futures market (COMEX), and the Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE). As of February 10, 2026, the spot price of gold is around $5,050 per ounce. However, prices fluctuate constantly based on market conditions. Factors such as investment supply and demand, economic instability, geopolitical uncertainty, and central bank activity can influence gold prices. Availability varies depending on the product and the vendor, with some requiring appointments for physical gold purchases.