📅 Rates as of August 2, 2025
According to reliable local sources and live market trackers, the gold rates in Chennai today are:
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24‑carat gold: ₹ 10,135 per gram (+₹153 vs. yesterday).
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22‑carat gold: ₹ 9,290 per gram (+₹140).
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18‑carat gold: ₹ 7,680 per gram (+₹125).
📊 Daily & Short-Term Trend
| Karat Type | Today (₹/g) | Yesterday (₹/g) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 10,135 | 9,982 | +153 |
| 22K | 9,290 | 9,150 | +140 |
| 18K | 7,680 | 7,555 | +125 |
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All purity levels are trading higher today, marking a notable uptick in demand and market movement.
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Over the past week, prices have gradually climbed following international trends and renewed local buying.
💡 Why Are Prices Higher?
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Global Gold Strength: Rising international bullion prices due to weak dollar and geopolitical uncertainty are pushing domestic rates up.
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Local Demand: In Chennai, demand remains strong for jewellery purchases—especially weddings and festive season buying.
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Imported Cost Dynamics: Factors like shipping, local taxes, and hallmarks contribute to slight premium over other cities.
🧾 Regional Comparisons & Insights
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BankBazaar/Tamil Nadu also report 24K at ₹9,755/g and 22K at ₹9,290/g.
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BankBazaar for Chennai provides similar figures for today, reinforcing market consistency.
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TRUSTED portals like Live Chennai echo identical numbers, confirming the accuracy of today’s rates.
✅ What You Should Know
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Gold prices are up nearly ₹150‑160 per gram across purity levels compared to yesterday.
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Local Chennai rates pose a slight premium due to logistics and hallmark costs.
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If you’re planning to buy, tracking hourly fluctuations matters—many jewellers update rates mid-morning.
💬 Summary in a Snap
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24K: ₹ 10,135/g
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22K: ₹ 9,290/g
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18K: ₹ 7,680/g
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All rates are higher today, with steady upward momentum in local demand and global pricing.
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