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KITCO GOLD PRICE β€” AUGUST 12, 2020

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

C$2,640.45
Premium: C$65.00 (2.52%)

On August 12, 2020, a 1 oz Gold Bar from Kitco was priced at C$2,640.45 per troy ounce in Canadian Dollars. This included the CAD spot price of C$2,575.45 plus a dealer premium of C$65.00 (2.52%). The gold spot price fell by -5.34 (-0.21%) compared to the previous trading day.

PRICE BREAKDOWN β€” AUGUST 12, 2020

ComponentPrice (CAD)
Gold Spot Price (XAU/CAD)C$2,575.45
Kitco Premium+C$65.00
Kitco 1 oz Bar PriceC$2,640.45

SPOT PRICE OHLC β€” AUGUST 12, 2020

MetricPrice (CAD)
OpenC$2,559.61
HighC$2,591.02
LowC$2,491.19
CloseC$2,575.45
Changeβ–Ό -5.34 (-0.21%)

COMPARE DEALERS ON AUGUST 12, 2020

Dealer1 oz Bar (CAD)Premium
Kitco βœ“C$2,640.45C$65.00
Sprott MoneyC$2,653.45C$78.00
SilverGoldBullC$2,630.45C$55.00
TD Precious MetalsC$2,670.45C$95.00
Royal Canadian MintC$2,685.45C$110.00
Border GoldC$2,645.45C$70.00
← August 11, 2020 πŸ“… All Dates August 13, 2020 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 12, 2020 for the full market overview.

πŸ“Š Market Analysis β€” August 12, 2020

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

When to Buy and Sell Gold: Consider buying when gold-to-stock ratios are low and selling when gold exceeds your target allocation. Profit-taking near historical highs and reallocating to undervalued assets can lock in gains. Avoid panic selling during short-term dips β€” gold rewards patient holders.

Storage Considerations: Home safe (for holdings under C$50,000), bank safe deposit box (limited insurance), or allocated vault storage through dealers like Kitco or Sprott Money (institutional security, insured). Each option involves different cost, convenience, and risk trade-offs.

βš–οΈ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$2,640.45
Per GramC$84.89
Per KilogramC$84,892.32
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$132.02
Per Tola (11.66g)C$990.17

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