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Gold prices jumped 450 baht on August 8, with ornamental gold reaching 68,650 baht per baht weight, according to the Gold Traders Association.

8 Aug Khaosod

The Gold Traders Association announced that gold prices have jumped sharply on August 8, 2026. Ornamental gold is selling at 68,650 baht per baht weight. Compared to the closing price on August 7, gold prices have risen by 450 baht, with ornamental gold now at 68,650 baht per baht weight. The latest data was released by the Gold Traders Association on their website at 09:04 AM. Gold bars are currently trading at 67,650 baht per baht weight for buyback and 67,850 baht per baht weight for sales according to announcement number one. For 96.5% ornamental gold, the buyback price is 66,294.68 baht per baht weight and the selling price is 68,650 baht per baht weight. Global spot gold prices are at 4,343.00 US dollars per ounce. Summary of gold prices for August 8, 2026: Gold bars - Buyback 67,650 baht per baht weight, Sales 67,850 baht per baht weight. Ornamental gold - Buyback 66,294.68 baht per baht weight, Sales 68,650 baht per baht weight. Source: Gold Traders Association.

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