According to the Korea Gold Exchange prices as of August 8, 2026, major precious metal prices, including pure gold (24K), closed higher compared to the previous trading day. Meanwhile, platinum showed a downward trend.

■ Gold, Silver, and Platinum Prices (per 3.75g)

Pure gold (24K) was priced at 862,000 won for buying, up 0.46% (4,000 won) from the previous trading day. The selling price stood at 716,000 won, rising 0.56% (4,000 won), recording gains across both buying and selling benchmarks.

18K gold was priced at 526,300 won for selling, up 0.55% (2,900 won), while 14K gold also rose to 408,200 won for selling, up 0.56% (2,300 won), continuing the upward trend.

Silver (3.75g) also saw a slight increase. It recorded 11,910 won for buying (up 0.08%, or 10 won) and 10,060 won for selling (up 0.10%, or 10 won).

On the other hand, platinum (3.75g) showed a downward trend. The buying price fell to 344,000 won, down 1.45% (5,000 won), while the selling price dropped to 279,000 won, down 1.43% (4,000 won).

■ U.S. Employment Data Released... Market Eyes Key Economic Indicators

The U.S. unemployment rate for July, announced on August 7 (Korean time), was recorded at 4.1%. Non-farm sector employment decreased by 23,000 compared to the previous month. The employment data is considered one of the key indicators for gauging the future monetary policy direction of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed).

The market is focusing on employment market trends as well as upcoming major economic indicators, including the Consumer Price Index (CPI), Producer Price Index (PPI), and retail sales. Depending on the results of these indicators, expectations for interest rate cuts, the value of the dollar, and movements in U.S. Treasury yields could shift, which in turn may influence the direction of international gold prices.

Investors are monitoring not only short-term price movements but also upcoming economic indicator releases and statements from Federal Reserve (Fed) officials.

[※ This article is not intended as investment advice, and responsibility for investment decisions lies solely with the investor.]