Gold Prices Surge to Rp 2.36 Million per Gram on Antam's Price Hike

Significant Price Increase

Antam's gold prices experienced a significant surge today, with the price of 24-karat gold rising by Rp 27,000 per gram to reach Rp 2,360,000 per gram. This increase continues the positive trend observed since last week. The smallest unit of gold, weighing 0.5 grams, is now priced at Rp 1,230,000, while the 10-gram unit is sold for Rp 23,095,000. The largest unit, weighing 1 kilogram, is priced at Rp 2,300,600,000.

Price Movement Analysis

Over the past week, Antam's gold prices have fluctuated between Rp 2,260,000 and Rp 2,360,000 per gram. In the last month, the price range has been between Rp 2,260,000 and Rp 2,487,000 per gram. The recent surge brings the price to the upper end of this range.

Buyback Price Adjustment

The buyback price has also been adjusted upwards by Rp 27,000 per gram, now standing at Rp 2,225,000 per gram. According to the Minister of Finance Regulation (PMK) Number 81 of 2024, transactions exceeding Rp 10,000,000 will be subject to 1.5% Income Tax (PPh) Article 22, which will be deducted directly from the total transaction value during the buyback process.

Market Implications

The price increase reflects current market trends and investor behavior in the precious metals sector. As global economic conditions continue to evolve, the demand for safe-haven assets like gold may influence future price movements.