Gold prices in Saudi Arabia fell on Monday, based on FXStreet data. Gold was priced at SAR 600.09 per gram, down from SAR 606.75 on Friday.
Gold also dropped to SAR 6,999.29 per tola from SAR 7,077.07 per tola on Friday. Other quoted prices were SAR 6,000.87 for 10 grams and SAR 18,664.83 per troy ounce.
Saudi Gold Price Reference Notes
FXStreet derives Saudi gold prices by converting international pricing into SAR using the USD/SAR rate and local units. The figures are updated daily at publication time and are for reference, as local rates may vary slightly.
Gold is used as a store of value and a medium of exchange, and it is often bought during market stress. It is also used as a hedge against inflation and currency weakness.
Central banks hold the most gold and use it to diversify reserves. They added 1,136 tonnes worth about $70 billion in 2022, the highest annual total on record, with China, India and Turkey increasing reserves.
Gold often moves opposite to the US Dollar and US Treasuries, and it can also move against risk assets such as shares. Prices can be affected by geopolitical events, recession fears, interest rates, and shifts in the Dollar.
Macro Drivers For Traders
Looking back at market action from last year, we saw minor dips like the one in early 2025 where gold briefly fell to around 600 SAR per gram. Those small fluctuations were temporary, and the underlying reasons for holding gold have since become much more relevant. The real story for traders now is the bigger economic picture, not daily price changes from a year ago.
The focus should be on interest rate policy, as gold is a yield-less asset. With inflation having cooled to 2.5% in the latest CPI report, futures markets are now pricing in a greater than 70% chance of a US rate cut by the summer. This potential for lower rates makes holding gold more attractive compared to interest-bearing assets.
We are also seeing this sentiment reflected in the currency markets, which heavily influence gold. The US Dollar Index (DXY) has an inverse relationship with gold and has already softened by 3% since the start of the year. A weaker dollar makes gold cheaper for buyers using other currencies, which can boost demand.
Central bank demand remains a powerful force providing a floor for the price. Continuing the trend we saw in 2022 and 2023, central banks globally added over 1,037 tonnes to their reserves in 2025, showing a continued strategic shift towards the metal amid geopolitical uncertainty. This consistent buying provides a strong pillar of support for the market.
For derivative traders, this environment suggests looking at strategies that benefit from upward movement. Buying call options could capture potential gains with a defined risk, especially with volatility picking up. Alternatively, selling cash-secured puts on price pullbacks could be a way to generate income while aiming to acquire gold at a lower price if the puts are assigned.
