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KITCO GOLD PRICE β€” AUGUST 28, 2009

πŸͺ Kitco β€” 1 oz Gold Bar Price (CAD)

C$1,107.94
Premium: C$65.00 (6.23%)

On August 28, 2009, a 1 oz Gold Bar from Kitco was priced at C$1,107.94 per troy ounce in Canadian Dollars. This included the CAD spot price of C$1,042.94 plus a dealer premium of C$65.00 (6.23%). The gold spot price rose by +15.37 (+1.50%) compared to the previous trading day.

PRICE BREAKDOWN β€” AUGUST 28, 2009

ComponentPrice (CAD)
Gold Spot Price (XAU/CAD)C$1,042.94
Kitco Premium+C$65.00
Kitco 1 oz Bar PriceC$1,107.94

SPOT PRICE OHLC β€” AUGUST 28, 2009

MetricPrice (CAD)
OpenC$1,034.55
HighC$1,048.61
LowC$1,033.24
CloseC$1,042.94
Changeβ–² +15.37 (+1.50%)

COMPARE DEALERS ON AUGUST 28, 2009

Dealer1 oz Bar (CAD)Premium
Kitco βœ“C$1,107.94C$65.00
Sprott MoneyC$1,120.94C$78.00
SilverGoldBullC$1,097.94C$55.00
TD Precious MetalsC$1,137.94C$95.00
Royal Canadian MintC$1,152.94C$110.00
Border GoldC$1,112.94C$70.00
← August 27, 2009 πŸ“… All Dates August 31, 2009 β†’

ABOUT KITCO

Kitco Metals Inc. is Canada's oldest and largest online precious metals dealer, headquartered in MontrΓ©al, Quebec since 1977. Visit the Kitco dealer page for current live prices. See the gold spot price on August 28, 2009 for the full market overview.

πŸ“Š Market Analysis β€” August 28, 2009

For Canadian investors, understanding the relationship between the USD/CAD exchange rate and gold pricing is essential. A weakening Canadian Dollar amplifies gold returns in CAD terms, while a strengthening CAD can dampen returns even when USD-denominated gold rises. Gold has historically outperformed during periods of negative real interest rates β€” when inflation exceeds the Bank of Canada's overnight rate. Canadian investors use gold as a hedge against purchasing power erosion, particularly when CPI exceeds 3%. The correlation between gold and the inverse of real rates makes it a strategic allocation in balanced portfolios.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ What payment methods are accepted?

Canadian gold dealers accept bank wire transfers (lowest premiums), e-Transfer/Interac, credit cards (2–3% higher premiums), and in some cases PayPal or cryptocurrency. Bank wire is recommended for orders over C$5,000.

❓ How do I verify gold authenticity?

Reputable Canadian dealers like Kitco and Sprott Money sell only assayed products from LBMA-approved refiners. The Royal Canadian Mint includes anti-counterfeiting features on Maple Leaf coins including micro-engraved laser marks and radial lines visible under magnification.

❓ Can I sell gold back to dealers?

Yes, most Canadian dealers offer buyback programs. Kitco, Sprott Money, and SilverGoldBull all purchase gold from customers at competitive bid prices, typically 1–3% below spot price depending on product type and market conditions.

πŸ’‘ Canadian Gold Investor Guide

Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA): Buy a fixed CAD amount of gold each month β€” say C$500. This strategy reduces the impact of short-term volatility and removes the stress of timing the market. Over 10+ years, DCA has historically produced returns close to the annual average gold price.

Portfolio Allocation: Most Canadian financial planners recommend allocating 5–15% of a diversified portfolio to gold and precious metals. This allocation provides downside protection during equity bear markets while maintaining growth potential during inflationary periods.

βš–οΈ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$1,107.94
Per GramC$35.62
Per KilogramC$35,621.05
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$55.40
Per Tola (11.66g)C$415.48

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