Gold (XAUUSD) was trading around $4,350 an ounce in mid-September 2026, up nearly 19% over the past year, according to Trading Economics data.

That figure is below the all-time high the metal hit in late January 2026, near $5,600 an ounce, but gold still holds substantial gains so far in 2026.

In upcoming articles we'll go over the factors behind this move and the key dates the market has ahead.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or an investment recommendation.

Sources: https://tradingeconomics.com/commodity/gold, https://www.ig.com/uk/trading-strategies/gold-price-forecast-2026–how-fed-rate-cut-bets-are-moving-xau-u-260817