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Thailand Gold Price Holds Steady at 67,350 Baht

The Gold Traders Association announced that Thailand's gold price remained steady on October 11, 2026, with gold jewelry selling at 67,350 baht per baht weight, unchanged from the previous day. Gold bars were quoted at 66,350 baht to buy and 66,550 baht to sell, while global spot gold stood at $4,194 per ounce. The association's president forecast a possible rise of 1,000–2,000 baht in tomorrow's trading, potentially pushing prices above 80,000 baht.

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The Gold Traders Association announced today's gold price, updating the market as of 09:15. Gold jewelry sells at 67,350 baht per baht weight, unchanged from yesterday's close. Gold bars have a buying price of 66,350 baht and a selling price of 66,550 baht per baht weight, according to the first announcement. For 96.5% gold jewelry, the buying price is 65,021.24 baht and the selling price is 67,350 baht per baht weight. Meanwhile, the global spot gold price is $4,194 per ounce. The summary repeats the first announcement details for gold bars and jewelry. It also urges readers to check the latest gold price update and includes advice on when to buy gold, with the Gold Traders Association president predicting tomorrow's market could see gold rise by 1,000–2,000 baht to exceed 80,000 baht, and Huaseang Heng advising on the best time to buy gold and outlining price trend factors.

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