Gold prices in Saudi Arabia moved slightly higher on October 2, 2026, with the market showing modest gains across major purity levels compared with the previous day. The 24-carat rate stood at SAR 519 per gram through the morning, afternoon and evening sessions, up from SAR 517 a day earlier. The commonly purchased 22-carat category was quoted at SAR 474 per gram, compared with SAR 473 on October 1. The 21-carat rate rose during the day, while 18-carat gold also posted a small increase. The latest figures indicate a firm but measured rebound after prices eased in late September.
Latest Saudi gold rates
The 24K gold price was listed at SAR 519 per gram, maintaining the same level across all three daily sessions. For 22K gold, buyers saw a steady rate of SAR 474 per gram.
The 21K category opened at SAR 452 per gram before moving to SAR 454 in the afternoon and evening. Meanwhile, 18K gold was priced at SAR 388 per gram, one riyal higher than the previous day.
Comparison with yesterday
Compared with October 1, all listed categories showed gains. The 24K rate increased by SAR 2 per gram, while 22K and 18K each gained SAR 1. The 21K rate ended the day SAR 2 above its previous closing level.
Recent price trend
Over the past month, Saudi gold prices have remained below early September highs. The 24K rate was SAR 556 per gram on September 3, before easing through the month and reaching SAR 512 on September 28.
Since then, prices have recovered, with the latest 24K rate of SAR 519 reflecting renewed firmness. Shoppers and investors may continue to watch daily movements closely, especially as gold remains sensitive to global bullion trends and currency shifts.