COMEX gold futures registered a 1.13% intraday amplitude on May 24, 2026, a session that saw prices swing over $51 before settling at $4,523.20 per ounce.
The day's trading on the Commodity Exchange (COMEX) saw a high of $4,582.60 and a low of $4,531.30, according to exchange data.
The contract for gold futures opened the session at $4,532.00 and ultimately closed down $8.80 from the opening price. Total trading volume for the day reached 8,095 contracts. The $51.30 spread between the high and low represents significant intraday price movement for the metal.
The price volatility comes as traders assess physical market fundamentals against macroeconomic signals. Gold last traded near these levels in the prior week, and the next key indicator for demand will be the upcoming release of consumer sentiment data.
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