Gold prices in the UAE remained near record levels on January 20, 2026, driven by strong global demand and continued investor interest in safe-haven assets.
According to market data, 24-karat gold was trading in the range of AED 554 to AED 558 per gram, while 22-karat gold stood between AED 508 and AED 517 per gram. 21-karat gold was priced at approximately AED 485 to AED 495 per gram, and 18-karat gold ranged from AED 415 to AED 424 per gram.
Prices may vary slightly depending on the retailer and location, but overall trends indicate sustained strength across all purity levels amid ongoing global economic uncertainty.
Latest Gold Rates in the UAE (Approximate – Jan 20, 2026):
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24K (999): AED 554 – 558 per gram
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22K (916): AED 508 – 517 per gram
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21K (875): AED 485 – 495 per gram
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18K (750): AED 415 – 424 per gram
Market analysts expect prices to remain volatile, influenced by global bullion trends, currency movements and geopolitical developments.
