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SILVERGOLDBULL GOLD PRICE โ€” AUGUST 31, 2015

๐Ÿช SilverGoldBull โ€” 1 oz Gold Bar Price (CAD)

C$1,553.01
Premium: C$55.00 (3.67%)

On August 31, 2015, a 1 oz Gold Bar from SilverGoldBull was priced at C$1,553.01 per troy ounce in Canadian Dollars. This included the CAD spot price of C$1,498.01 plus a dealer premium of C$55.00 (3.67%). The gold spot price rose by +3.45 (+0.23%) compared to the previous trading day.

PRICE BREAKDOWN โ€” AUGUST 31, 2015

ComponentPrice (CAD)
Gold Spot Price (XAU/CAD)C$1,498.01
SilverGoldBull Premium+C$55.00
SilverGoldBull 1 oz Bar PriceC$1,553.01

SPOT PRICE OHLC โ€” AUGUST 31, 2015

MetricPrice (CAD)
OpenC$1,497.35
HighC$1,501.19
LowC$1,489.01
CloseC$1,498.01
Changeโ–ฒ +3.45 (+0.23%)

COMPARE DEALERS ON AUGUST 31, 2015

Dealer1 oz Bar (CAD)Premium
KitcoC$1,563.01C$65.00
Sprott MoneyC$1,576.01C$78.00
SilverGoldBull โœ“C$1,553.01C$55.00
TD Precious MetalsC$1,593.01C$95.00
Royal Canadian MintC$1,608.01C$110.00
Border GoldC$1,568.01C$70.00
โ† August 28, 2015 ๐Ÿ“… All Dates September 1, 2015 โ†’

ABOUT SILVERGOLDBULL

SilverGoldBull is one of Canada's fastest-growing precious metals dealers, based in Calgary, Alberta, known for low premiums. Visit the SilverGoldBull dealer page for current live prices. See the gold spot price on August 31, 2015 for the full market overview.

๐Ÿ“Š Market Analysis โ€” August 31, 2015

The precious metals market in Canada is influenced by multiple factors including global supply and demand, mining production costs, central bank reserves management, and macroeconomic indicators such as GDP growth, unemployment rates, and consumer price inflation. Gold's role as a portfolio diversifier is supported by its low correlation with equities. During the 2008 financial crisis and the 2020 COVID crash, gold provided positive returns when stock markets fell 30โ€“50%. A 10% gold allocation has historically reduced portfolio volatility while maintaining competitive long-term returns.

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

โ“ 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 1โ€“3% below spot price depending on product type and market conditions.

โ“ What affects Canadian dealer premiums?

Premiums above spot price vary based on product type, weight, payment method, and market conditions. Bank wire transfers typically earn 1โ€“2% lower premiums than credit card purchases. Larger orders (10+ oz) may qualify for volume discounts from most Canadian dealers.

โ“ Is shipping gold safe in Canada?

Major dealers ship via insured courier (Canada Post Xpresspost, Purolator) with full insurance coverage. All packages are discreetly labelled with no indication of contents. Free shipping thresholds typically range from C$200โ€“C$500 depending on the dealer.

๐Ÿ’ก Canadian Gold Investor Guide

Tax-Efficient Gold Investing: Maximize TFSA contributions first โ€” all gold gains are 100% tax-free. Then use RRSP for tax-deductible contributions where gains are tax-deferred. Keep non-registered gold purchases for emergency reserves, as the capital gains inclusion rate is 50%.

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 โ€” gold rewards patient holders.

โš–๏ธ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$1,553.01
Per GramC$49.93
Per KilogramC$49,930.36
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$77.65
Per Tola (11.66g)C$582.38

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