Was October 24, 2026 a record high for gold?
NO
No — gold is around $4,000 an ounce, roughly 29% below its January record near $5,600.
Why
- Spot gold near $4,000/oz at Friday's close, 23 Oct 2026
- Record high $5,589-$5,602/oz set 29 January 2026
- Metals markets shut on Saturday; no new high possible