Gold Rate in Malaysia Today
Live gold price in Malaysia in MYR — 24K, 22K, 18K, per gram, tola & ounce, with today's change. Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
Gold Rate Today in Malaysia (MYR)
| Purity | 1 gram | 10 gram | 1 tola (11.66g) | 1 ounce (31.1g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | RM603 | RM6,029 | RM7,032 | RM18,752 |
| 22K | RM553 | RM5,527 | RM6,446 | RM17,190 |
| 18K | RM452 | RM4,522 | RM5,274 | RM14,064 |
Silver today: RM9 per gram · RM278 per ounce.
How Is the Gold Rate in Malaysia Decided?
The gold rate in Malaysia is anchored to the international spot price of gold, quoted in US dollars per troy ounce on global markets and traded around the clock. To get the local price, that dollar figure is converted into MYR using the live exchange rate, then divided down to a per-gram value and adjusted for local taxes, import costs and the retailer's margin. Because both the dollar gold price and the MYR exchange rate move continuously, the Malaysia gold rate changes throughout the day rather than staying fixed.
Malaysia prices gold per gram and often shows 916 (22K) and 999 (24K) rates prominently. 916 (22K) is the jewellery standard; 999 (24K) is used for bars, coins and savings. The figures on this page are refreshed automatically every day from live bullion and currency data, giving Malaysian buyers a reliable benchmark to compare against a jeweller's board rate before purchasing.
Tax, Purity & Buying Tips in Malaysia
Tax: Investment gold is exempt from sales tax; jewellery may carry a small tax and workmanship charge. Always ask whether the quoted price already includes tax and the making or workmanship charge, because those extras — not the metal itself — are usually where the biggest differences between sellers appear.
Purity: Match the karat to your purpose. Choose 24K bars and coins for investment, and lower karats such as 22K, 21K or 18K for jewellery that must withstand daily wear. Look for a recognised assay or hallmark stamp so you receive the purity you pay for. Compare the day's rate: the price a Malaysia shop quotes should sit close to today's benchmark above; a large gap is worth questioning. Use the calculator below to separate the pure metal cost from making charges and tax so you can negotiate with confidence.
Malaysia Gold Value Calculator
Enter weight, purity and making charges to estimate the price in MYR (including local tax).
Gold Rate in Malaysia — FAQ
What is the gold rate today in Malaysia?
Today (Wednesday, 12 August 2026) 24K gold in Malaysia is about RM603 per gram and 22K about RM553 per gram, in MYR. That is roughly RM18,752 per ounce for 24K.
What is the price of 1 tola of gold in Malaysia?
1 tola equals 11.66 grams. In Malaysia today, 1 tola of 24K gold is about RM7,032 and 22K about RM6,446.
Is gold cheaper in Malaysia?
Gold everywhere tracks the same international spot price; local differences come from currency, taxes and margins. Investment gold is exempt from sales tax; jewellery may carry a small tax and workmanship charge.
Which gold purity is best to buy in Malaysia?
916 (22K) is the jewellery standard; 999 (24K) is used for bars, coins and savings. Choose 24K for investment and lower karats for durable jewellery.
How often is this Malaysia rate updated?
Automatically every day, from live international spot and MYR exchange rates.