Live 1 Kilo Gold Bar Price
Current Ask Price
$150,228.92
per kilo bar (32.15 oz)
Bid
$145,497.30
Ask
$150,228.92
Market Stats
Open
$150,392.50
High
$150,947.70
Low
$149,641.19
Prev Close
$150,719.15
As of: Jan 16, 2026, 12:45 AM
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Live Gold Spot Prices
Gold Spot Index
$4,602.00
per troy ounce
Market Stats
Open
$4,607.00
High
$4,624.00
Low
$4,584.00
Prev Close
$4,617.00
As of: Jan 16, 2026, 12:45 AM
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Gold Price Chart
Understanding Kilo Bar Pricing
Spot Price vs. Kilo Bar Price
When purchasing a 1 kilo gold bar, you'll pay a premium above the calculated spot value (spot price × 32.1507 oz). The spot price represents the current market rate for gold traded in bulk on commodities exchanges.
The kilo bar commands the lowest retail premium of common bar sizes, typically just 1.5-3% over spot. This premium covers refining, minting, assaying, shipping, and dealer margins.
Why Kilo Bars Have the Lowest Premiums
- •Economy of Scale: Producing one kilo bar is more efficient than producing 32+ individual 1 oz bars with the same total gold content.
- •Reduced Handling: Fewer individual units to package, ship, and inventory reduces per-ounce costs throughout the supply chain.
- •Institutional Demand: Kilo bars are the standard for institutions, creating efficient markets with competitive pricing.
- •Simpler Packaging: Less elaborate packaging compared to premium 1 oz bars in sealed assay cards.
Premium Comparison by Size
The premium savings on kilo bars are substantial when building a significant gold position:
Example at $4,602/oz spot:
- • 32 × 1 oz bars (5% avg premium): ~$154,627
- • 3 × 10 oz bars + 2 × 1 oz (3% avg): ~$151,682
- • 1 × kilo bar (2% premium): ~$150,917
- Savings: ~$3,710 by choosing kilo over 1 oz bars
Questions & Answers
Common questions about 1 kilo gold bars answered by our editorial team.
What is the relationship between spot price and 1 kilo gold bar prices?
The kilo bar price equals the spot price multiplied by 32.1507 troy ounces, plus a premium (typically 1.5-3%). The total cost is approximately ~$150,200 including premium. This represents the lowest percentage premium of any common bar size.
Why do kilo bar premiums vary between dealers?
Premium variations reflect different dealer business models, inventory positions, and overhead costs. Volume dealers with efficient operations often offer lower premiums. Brand differences also matter, as PAMP Suisse or Valcambi bars may carry slightly higher premiums than lesser-known refiners. Shopping multiple dealers helps identify competitive pricing.
How does the bid-ask spread affect my kilo bar investment?
The bid-ask spread on kilo bars is typically 1-2% for major refiner products, tighter than smaller bars. With a ~$150,200 bar, a 1.5% spread represents a meaningful amount. Understanding spreads is important because your gold must appreciate by the full spread percentage before you break even on a round-trip transaction.
Do kilo bars have lower premiums than 10 oz bars?
Yes, kilo bars consistently offer lower per-ounce premiums than 10 oz bars (which run 2-4% over spot). The premium savings are meaningful at scale. Purchasing a kilo bar instead of equivalent 1 oz bars can save $1,500-$2,500 on a single purchase. Over time, these savings compound significantly.
When is the best time to buy 1 kilo gold bars based on pricing?
The best time is during calm market conditions when premiums are at normal levels (1.5-3% over spot). Avoid buying during crisis-driven demand spikes when premiums can temporarily expand to 5%+ even on kilo bars. For large purchases, some investors negotiate directly with dealers for volume pricing.
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