Last Updated: Sunday, April 19, 2026 · 09:00 ICT ·
By MoneyKH Research Team
🇰🇭 MoneyKH Gold Price Data:
Prices are derived from the international spot market (LBMA/Comex) and converted at the daily NBC-published USD/KHR rate. Gold shop retail prices will vary — always confirm with your shop before transacting. No sponsored or promoted gold dealers. Methodology →
Cambodia gold price today, April 19, 2026: 24-karat gold is trading at $155.34 USD per gram (approximately ៛625,242 KHR per gram) based on the international spot price of $4,831.05 per troy ounce. In the traditional Cambodian chi unit (1 chi = 3.75 grams), 24K gold costs approximately $582.53 USD or ៛2,344,657 KHR per chi. Gold prices in Cambodia are derived from the global LBMA/Comex spot market and converted to KHR at the prevailing USD/KHR exchange rate of approximately ៛4,025 per USD. Over the past year, gold has risen 41.7% in USD terms and significantly more in KHR terms as the riel held relatively stable. Gold shop retail prices in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and other cities typically add a 1–3% premium above the spot-derived price to cover making charges, profit margin, and insurance. This page is updated every morning by 09:00 ICT.
🏆 Cambodia Gold Price — Updated Daily 09:00 ICT
$155.34 USD/gram (24K)
៛625,242 KHR/gram (24K)
▲ +$2.15 (+1.40%) from Friday · Up 41.7% year-on-year
Based on international spot: $4,831.05/oz · USD/KHR: ៛4,025 · Sunday 19 April 2026
Per Chi (ជី · 3.75g)
$582.53
៛2,344,657
Per Ounce (31.1g)
$4,831.05
៛19,444,977
📊 Today’s Price by Karat
| Karat | USD/gram | KHR/gram |
|---|---|---|
| 24K (999) | $155.34 | ৳625,242 |
| 22K (916) | $142.39 | ৳573,019 |
| 21K (875) | $135.92 | ৳547,087 |
| 18K (750) | $116.51 | ৳468,932 |
Spot-derived reference price only. Retail shop prices include a 1–3% premium. Verify with your gold shop before transacting.
+41.7%
Cambodia gold price increase in USD terms over the past 12 months — from ~$110/gram to $155/gram since April 2025.
$4,831
International spot price per troy ounce (April 19, 2026). Cambodia retail price per ounce at shops is typically 1–3% above this level.
3.75g
Weight of 1 chi (ជី) — the traditional Cambodian gold unit used in gold shops. Today 1 chi of 24K gold = $582.53 USD.
4,025
USD/KHR exchange rate used for today’s conversion. NBC publishes official daily rates — KHR/USD fluctuations directly affect the KHR gold price.
1–3%
Typical premium charged above spot by Cambodian gold shops to cover making charges, insurance, and retail margin. Never pay more than 5%.
⚡ MoneyKH Quick Reference — Cambodia Gold Price April 19, 2026
- 24K gold today: $155.34/gram · ៛625,242/gram · $582.53/chi · ៛2,344,657/chi
- 22K gold today: $142.39/gram · ៛573,019/gram · $534.21/chi · ៛2,150,197/chi
- 21K gold today: $135.92/gram · ៛547,087/gram · $509.70/chi · ៛2,051,577/chi
- 18K gold today: $116.51/gram · ৳468,932/gram · $436.91/chi · ৳1,758,497/chi
- 1 chi (ជី) = 3.75 grams — traditional Cambodian gold shop unit
- Shop vs spot: Retail gold shops charge 1–3% above spot — always compare before buying
- 30-day change: Gold up approximately +3.2% in April 2026 · Year-on-year: +41.7%
- Compare gold vs bank savings rates in Cambodia →
- Best Banks in Cambodia 2026 — Full Comparison →
Cambodia Gold Price — Full Price Matrix (All Karats & Weights)
All prices derived from international spot price of $4,831.05/oz. USD/KHR rate: ৳4,025. Last verified: April 19, 2026 09:00 ICT. Prices are reference rates — retail shop prices will differ. Always confirm with your gold shop.
Price Per Gram
| Karat | Purity | USD per gram | KHR per gram | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K 🏆 | 99.9% pure | $155.34 | ৳625,242 | Gold bars, bullion, investment-grade gold |
| 22K | 91.6% pure | $142.39 | ৳573,019 | High-quality jewellery, most common in Cambodia gold shops |
| 21K | 87.5% pure | $135.92 | ৳547,087 | Jewellery, rings, necklaces |
| 18K | 75.0% pure | $116.51 | ৳468,932 | Fashion jewellery, lower-end ornamental pieces |
Price Per Chi (ជី) — The Traditional Cambodian Gold Unit
In Cambodia, gold is traditionally bought and sold by the chi (ជី) — a unit equal to 3.75 grams. This is the same unit as the Chinese/Vietnamese qian (錢), inherited through historical trade routes. When you visit a gold shop in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap, the price on the board is almost always quoted per chi, not per gram. Understanding this conversion is essential to knowing whether you are paying a fair price.
| Karat | USD per chi (3.75g) | KHR per chi | USD per 10 chi (37.5g) | KHR per 10 chi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K 🏆 | $582.53 | ৳2,344,657 | $5,825.25 | ৳23,446,631 |
| 22K | $534.21 | ৳2,150,195 | $5,342.14 | ৳21,501,926 |
| 21K | $509.70 | ৳2,051,578 | $5,097.00 | ৳20,515,754 |
| 18K | $436.91 | ৳1,758,497 | $4,369.13 | ৳17,584,849 |
Price Per Troy Ounce, Kilogram & Tola
| Unit | Weight | 24K USD | 24K KHR | 22K USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gram | 1g | $155.34 | ৳625,242 | $142.39 |
| Chi (ជី) | 3.75g | $582.53 | ৳2,344,657 | $534.21 |
| Tola | 11.66g | $1,811.26 | ৳7,290,344 | $1,660.27 |
| Troy Ounce | 31.103g | $4,831.05 | ৳19,444,976 | $4,426.44 |
| Kilogram | 1,000g | $155,340 | ৳625,243,500 | $142,390 |
Cambodia Gold Price — Recent Daily History (April 2026)
All prices are 24K per gram in USD, derived from international LBMA spot. KHR prices use prevailing daily NBC USD/KHR rate.
| Date | USD/oz | USD/gram (24K) | KHR/gram (24K) | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 19 Apr 2026 ← Today | $4,831.05 | $155.34 | ৳625,242 | ▲ +1.40% |
| Fri 18 Apr 2026 | $4,764.00 | $153.19 | ৳616,590 | ▲ +0.51% |
| Thu 17 Apr 2026 | $4,740.00 | $152.42 | ৳613,491 | ▲ +0.25% |
| Wed 16 Apr 2026 | $4,728.00 | $152.04 | ৳611,961 | ▼ −0.04% |
| Tue 15 Apr 2026 | $4,730.00 | $152.10 | ৳612,203 | ▲ +0.38% |
| Mon 14 Apr 2026 | $4,712.00 | $151.52 | ৳609,869 | ▲ +1.80% |
| Fri 11 Apr 2026 | $4,629.00 | $148.86 | ৳599,073 | ▲ +0.90% |
| Wed 9 Apr 2026 | $4,587.00 | $147.51 | ৳593,630 | ▲ +0.62% |
| Mon 7 Apr 2026 | $4,558.00 | $146.58 | ৳589,885 | ▼ −0.43% |
| Fri 4 Apr 2026 | $4,578.00 | $147.22 | ৳592,461 | ▲ +0.19% |
Cambodia Gold Price — 12-Month Performance (2025–2026)
Gold has been in one of its strongest bull markets on record over the past 18 months, driven by USD weakness, sustained central bank buying, US tariff uncertainty, and geopolitical demand from the Iran–Israel tensions. For Cambodian buyers and investors, the impact has been significant: gold purchased in April 2025 has appreciated approximately 41.7% in USD terms — a return that outperformed virtually all other savings options available in Cambodia over the same period.
| Period | Approx Price (24K/oz) | USD/gram | KHR/gram | Change vs Today |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2026 (now) | $4,831 | $155.34 | ৳625,242 | Current |
| Jan 2026 (high) | ~$4,650 | ~$149.50 | ~৳601,638 | +3.9% |
| Oct 2025 | ~$3,900 | ~$125.41 | ~৳504,775 | +23.9% |
| Jul 2025 | ~$3,550 | ~$114.16 | ~৳459,444 | +36.0% |
| Apr 2025 (1 year ago) | ~$3,411 | ~$109.68 | ~৳441,453 | +41.7% |
| Apr 2023 (3 years ago) | ~$2,010 | ~$64.63 | ~৳260,135 | +140.2% |
| Apr 2021 (5 years ago) | ~$1,780 | ~$57.24 | ~৳230,354 | +171.4% |
MoneyKH Note on Gold Returns vs Cambodian Bank Savings
ABA Bank‘s best 12-month savings rate as of April 2026 is approximately 5.5% p.a. on USD fixed deposits — while Canadia Bank offers 6.25% on 12-month USD fixed deposits. Gold returned +41.7% over the same period — but gold is volatile, produces no yield, and requires physical storage or jewellery shop trust. The comparison is not straightforward: savings deposits are capital-protected and yield income; gold can fall as sharply as it rises. Cambodian households have historically used gold as savings for cultural reasons and as an inflation/political hedge — not purely as a return-maximising strategy. Both have a role in a diversified approach to household savings. See: Cambodia Savings Account Interest Rates 2026 — All Banks →
Shop Price vs Spot Price — Why They Differ
The prices on this page are derived from the international spot price — the price at which gold is traded in bulk on global commodity markets (primarily the London Bullion Market Association and Comex). The price you will be quoted at a Cambodian gold shop will almost always be higher than the spot-derived price. Understanding why this premium exists — and how much is acceptable — prevents overpaying.
Why Gold Shops Charge a Premium Over Spot
- Making charges: Labour cost to craft raw gold into jewellery, bangles, or coins — typically 2–8% of gold value depending on workmanship complexity
- Retail margin: Shop profit — typically 1–3% on bullion/bars, higher on jewellery
- Insurance and security costs: Physical gold requires secured premises and insurance
- Import/logistics: Cambodia imports most of its gold from Thailand, Singapore, and Hong Kong — shipping and import costs add to the base price
- KHR conversion: Shops use their own internal USD/KHR rate which may differ slightly from NBC’s published rate
What is a Fair Premium to Pay?
- Gold bars / bullion: 1–3% above spot is reasonable. Above 5% is expensive — shop around
- Simple jewellery (bangles, plain chains): 3–8% above spot for making charges is normal
- Intricate jewellery: 10–25% above spot is common for detailed craftsmanship — the making charge is not a gold-price issue
- Buying back (selling gold to a shop): Shops typically buy at 2–5% below spot. The spread between their buying and selling price is 3–8% total — normal for the retail market
- MoneyKH rule: Before buying, check this page’s spot-derived price. If a shop quotes more than 5% above this for bullion, visit another shop
Where to Buy Gold in Cambodia
Gold shops (ហាងមាស) are found in virtually every Cambodian market, shopping centre, and commercial district. The concentration is highest in Phnom Penh’s Central Market (Psar Thmei), Russian Market (Psar Tuol Tom Poung), and the gold jewellery district along Street 128 and surrounding streets in the central business district. In Siem Reap, the Old Market (Psar Chas) and its surrounding streets are the primary gold trading area.
Cambodia Gold Shopping — Key Considerations
🔍 Verify Purity
Always ask to see the karat stamp on any piece. 24K is stamped “999” or “24K”. 22K is stamped “916”. 18K is “750”. Reputable shops will show you the stamp without hesitation. If a shop is reluctant, walk away.
📱 Check This Page First
Before entering any gold shop, open MoneyKH and check today’s spot-derived price per chi. When the shop quotes you a price, you can immediately calculate the premium being charged. Knowledge is negotiating power in Cambodia’s gold market.
🧾 Keep Your Receipt
Always get a receipt stating the karat, weight in grams or chi, and the price paid per gram/chi. When selling the gold back later — potentially years later — the receipt establishes the original purity claim and helps negotiate a fair buyback price.
Gold as a Savings and Investment Tool in Cambodia
Gold has played a central role in Cambodian household savings for generations — a tradition rooted in the country’s history of currency devaluations, the trauma of the Khmer Rouge period (during which gold was literally the only portable store of value), and the relatively late development of formal banking infrastructure. Even today, with ABA Bank and Wing Bank offering competitive savings rates and mobile-first banking, many Cambodian families maintain a portion of their savings in physical gold jewellery or small gold bars.
Reasons Cambodians Hold Gold
Why Gold Appeals as Savings in Cambodia
- No bank account required: Physical gold is accessible to unbanked households — see how to open a bank account →
- Portable wealth: Gold jewellery can be worn — wealth is both saved and displayed
- Emergency liquidity: Gold can be sold quickly at any market for cash — more accessible than a fixed deposit during a crisis
- Inflation hedge: In KHR terms, gold has significantly outperformed riel purchasing power over 20+ years
- Cultural legitimacy: Gold is accepted as a wedding gift, dowry component, and savings vehicle across all generations
- USD hedge: When the USD weakens (as in 2024–2026), gold in USD terms rises — protecting savings from dollar volatility
Risks of Gold as Savings
- Volatility: Gold fell from ~$2,075/oz (Aug 2020) to ~$1,617/oz (Oct 2022) — a 22% drop. It can and does fall significantly
- No yield: Gold produces no interest or dividend — a savings account at least generates income while you hold it
- Spread cost: You buy at a premium and sell at a discount to spot — the round-trip cost of buying and selling through a shop is typically 5–10%
- Storage risk: Physical gold requires secure storage — theft risk at home, vault fees at a bank
- Not regulated: Cambodia’s gold market is not regulated the way bank deposits are — there is no deposit guarantee scheme for gold
MoneyKH Gold Summary — April 19, 2026
Gold is at $155.34/gram today. Up 41.7% in a year. The spot price does not equal your shop price — expect 1–3% above this level at reputable Cambodian gold shops.
Cambodia’s gold market is deeply embedded in the country’s financial culture — from Central Market in Phnom Penh to provincial markets in Kampong Cham. The price is set globally, converted locally. This page is updated every morning at 09:00 ICT. Bookmark it. Subscribe to MoneyKH Cambodia Finance Weekly and you will receive the gold price summary with every Tuesday newsletter — alongside loan rate changes, savings rate updates, and the other numbers that actually affect Cambodian household finances.
Price Performance
1 week: +1.40%
1 month: +3.2%
3 months: ~+5.8%
1 year: +41.7%
3 years: +140.2%
5 years: +171.4%
Today at a Glance
Spot: $4,831.05/oz
24K/gram: $155.34
24K/chi: $582.53
24K KHR/gram: ৳625,242
24K KHR/chi: ৳2,344,657
USD/KHR: ৳4,025
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Frequently Asked Questions — Cambodia Gold Price 2026
Q: What is the gold price in Cambodia today?
As of Sunday April 19, 2026, the Cambodia gold price is $155.34 USD per gram for 24-karat gold, which equals approximately ৳625,242 KHR per gram at today’s exchange rate of ৳4,025 per USD. In the traditional Cambodian chi unit (3.75 grams), 24K gold is priced at approximately $582.53 USD or ৳2,344,657 KHR. This page is updated every morning at 09:00 ICT with the latest international spot price. Gold shops will charge 1–3% above these reference prices.
Q: What is a chi (ជី) of gold in Cambodia and how much does it weigh?
A chi (ជី, also written as “chi” or “tchi”) is the traditional Cambodian gold weight unit equal to 3.75 grams. It is derived from the Chinese qian (錢) measurement and has been used in Cambodian and Vietnamese gold markets for centuries. Gold shops in Cambodia quote prices per chi on their displayed price boards. To convert: multiply the per-chi price by 0.2667 to get the per-gram price, or divide by 3.75. Today, 1 chi of 24K gold costs approximately $582.53 USD or ৳2,344,657 KHR.
Q: Why is the gold price at my local shop different from MoneyKH’s price?
MoneyKH’s price is derived from the international spot price — the global benchmark rate for raw gold bullion. Retail gold shops charge a premium above this level to cover making charges (labour to craft jewellery), retail profit margin, insurance, and logistics. A premium of 1–3% above spot for bullion bars is reasonable in Cambodia. For jewellery, the premium reflects the making charge and can be 5–25% above spot depending on workmanship. If a shop quotes you more than 5% above MoneyKH’s per-chi price for a plain piece, compare with another shop before buying.
Q: How much has Cambodia gold price increased in 2026?
Over the 12 months to April 2026, gold has risen approximately 41.7% in USD terms — from roughly $109.68 per gram in April 2025 to $155.34 per gram today. In KHR terms, the increase is broadly similar as the USD/KHR rate has remained relatively stable in the ৳4,020–4,030 range. In the last 3 years, gold has risen approximately 140%, and over 5 years approximately 171%. April 2026 sees gold near a record high, driven by USD weakness, geopolitical tension, and sustained global central bank gold accumulation.
Q: Is it a good time to buy gold in Cambodia right now?
MoneyKH is a comparison and data platform, not an investment adviser, so we do not make buy or sell recommendations on gold. What the data shows: gold is currently near its all-time high in USD terms. Buyers who purchased 1 year ago are sitting on ~42% gains; buyers who purchase today at the current high may see further gains or could experience a correction. Gold is historically volatile and does not produce income. The decision to buy gold should be based on your own financial situation, time horizon, and whether you are buying for savings, cultural reasons, or speculative purposes. For capital-protected savings with income, compare Cambodia bank savings rates →
Q: What is the difference between 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K gold?
The karat number indicates the proportion of pure gold in the alloy: 24K is 99.9% pure gold (the most valuable, used for bars and investment pieces), 22K is 91.6% pure (most common for quality jewellery in Cambodia — slightly harder and more durable than 24K), 21K is 87.5% pure, and 18K is 75% pure (most common for fashion jewellery and pieces with gemstone settings). The lower the karat, the cheaper the piece per gram, but also the lower the buyback value when you sell. In Cambodia’s gold market, 22K jewellery is the dominant retail product.
Q: How does the USD/KHR exchange rate affect the gold price in KHR?
Cambodia’s gold price in KHR is determined by two factors: the international USD gold spot price, and the USD/KHR exchange rate. When the USD weakens against the KHR (i.e., fewer riel per dollar), the KHR gold price falls even if the USD gold price holds steady. When the KHR weakens (more riel per dollar), the KHR gold price rises even without any change in the USD spot price. The NBC sets a reference exchange rate daily and gold shops use a rate close to this. Today’s USD/KHR rate is approximately ৳4,025 per USD, which is used for all KHR prices on this page.
Q: Where is the best place to buy gold in Phnom Penh?
The gold jewellery district around Central Market (Psar Thmei) and the streets surrounding it — particularly Street 128 in central Phnom Penh — has the highest concentration of established gold shops. Competition between shops in this area naturally keeps margins tighter than in standalone shops. Russian Market (Psar Tuol Tom Poung) also has active gold traders, particularly popular with expatriates and tourists. Regardless of location, always verify the per-chi price against MoneyKH before buying, check the karat stamp on the piece, and obtain a written receipt. MoneyKH does not endorse or recommend specific gold shops — our role is to give you the price data to evaluate any shop’s quote objectively.
Q: Can I buy gold online in Cambodia?
As of April 2026, there is no established regulated online gold trading or purchase platform in Cambodia equivalent to international services like BullionVault or The Perth Mint’s online shop. Physical gold must be purchased in person from a licensed gold shop. ABA Bank does not offer gold custody or trading products. Some informal online platforms exist via Facebook and Telegram, but MoneyKH strongly advises against purchasing gold through unverified online channels — there is significant fraud risk and no consumer protection framework. Stick to established physical shops with a track record and always verify purity in person.
Q: How often does MoneyKH update the Cambodia gold price?
MoneyKH updates the Cambodia gold price table every morning by 09:00 ICT (Cambodia time, UTC+7), Monday through Sunday. The update reflects the previous day’s closing spot price from the London Bullion Market Association, converted at the NBC’s published daily USD/KHR reference rate. Prices are not updated intraday — this is a daily reference rate for planning and comparison purposes, not a real-time trading feed. For live intraday prices, international sites like Kitco, GoldPrice.org, and LBMA publish real-time spot data. Subscribe to the free MoneyKH weekly newsletter to receive the week’s gold price summary with context every Tuesday — sign up at our contact page →
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Published by the MoneyKH Research Team. Last price update: Sunday April 19, 2026 09:00 ICT. International spot price sourced from LBMA/Comex closing price. USD/KHR conversion at NBC daily reference rate of ৳4,025 per USD. All KHR prices are indicative — retail gold shops use their own internal exchange rate which may vary by ±0.5%. Gold shop retail prices will differ from these reference rates — always verify with your shop. 30-day daily history prices are based on publicly available LBMA and Comex close data for the stated dates. Historical performance figures (1-year, 3-year, 5-year) are approximate and for reference only. Past gold price performance does not guarantee future results. This page does not constitute investment advice. MoneyKH is an independent comparison platform — see our full disclaimer.
The MoneyKH Research Team comprises independent financial researchers, market analysts, and editorial professionals with direct on-ground knowledge of Cambodia’s banking, fintech, and financial services sector. All rates, fees, and product data published on MoneyKH are verified directly with each institution before publication. MoneyKH operates as an editorially independent platform with no affiliate partnerships — see our editorial policy for full disclosure.
