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KITCO GOLD PRICE β€” APRIL 29, 2015

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

C$1,521.24
Premium: C$65.00 (4.46%)

On April 29, 2015, a 1 oz Gold Bar from Kitco was priced at C$1,521.24 per troy ounce in Canadian Dollars. This included the CAD spot price of C$1,456.24 plus a dealer premium of C$65.00 (4.46%). The gold spot price fell by -11.85 (-0.81%) compared to the previous trading day.

PRICE BREAKDOWN β€” APRIL 29, 2015

ComponentPrice (CAD)
Gold Spot Price (XAU/CAD)C$1,456.24
Kitco Premium+C$65.00
Kitco 1 oz Bar PriceC$1,521.24

SPOT PRICE OHLC β€” APRIL 29, 2015

MetricPrice (CAD)
OpenC$1,457.92
HighC$1,459.61
LowC$1,446.73
CloseC$1,456.24
Changeβ–Ό -11.85 (-0.81%)

COMPARE DEALERS ON APRIL 29, 2015

Dealer1 oz Bar (CAD)Premium
Kitco βœ“C$1,521.24C$65.00
Sprott MoneyC$1,534.24C$78.00
SilverGoldBullC$1,511.24C$55.00
TD Precious MetalsC$1,551.24C$95.00
Royal Canadian MintC$1,566.24C$110.00
Border GoldC$1,526.24C$70.00
← April 28, 2015 πŸ“… All Dates April 30, 2015 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 April 29, 2015 for the full market overview.

πŸ“Š Market Analysis β€” April 29, 2015

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$1,521.24
Per GramC$48.91
Per KilogramC$48,908.93
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$76.06
Per Tola (11.66g)C$570.47

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