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Gold (GC): COT Report, Price & Analysis GC

Track how "Smart Money" institutions are positioning themselves in Gold (GC). By analyzing the latest Commitments of Traders (COT) data from the GOLD - COMMODITY EXCHANGE INC., with real-time price charts and sector comparisons, we provide a deep dive into the current market dynamics. Understanding these underlying shifts allows you to better anticipate where the market might be heading next.

About Gold (GC)

About Gold

Gold is a precious metal that has served as a store of value, medium of exchange, and symbol of wealth for millennia. The futures market offers different contract sizes to accommodate all traders:

  • Standard Gold (GC): The benchmark 100-ounce contract, primarily used by institutions.
  • E-Micro Gold (MGC): 1/10th the size (10 ounces), designed for retail traders.

Primary Usage

While its primary role in modern markets is as an investment asset and central bank reserve, it is also extensively used in jewelry and high-end electronics.

Market Dynamics & Key Drivers

  • Real Interest Rates: Gold yields no interest; it becomes more attractive when inflation-adjusted (real) interest rates fall.
  • Safe-Haven Demand: During geopolitical instability or financial panic, investors flock to gold.
  • The US Dollar: Priced globally in US Dollars; a weak dollar typically drives gold prices higher.
Price
$4,777.20 / oz Troy Ounce (oz) is the standard unit of measurement for precious metals. One troy ounce is approximately 31.1 grams.
Apr 08, 2026
Market Sentiment
Increasing Bearish
Outlook
Net Position
Net Position: Difference between long and short contracts of Non-Commercials (large speculators/funds). A positive value means they are predominantly net-long (expecting rising prices).
230,338
▼ 0.7%
Market Situation
The market situation analyzes the current net positioning compared to the historical average of recent years (Z-Score). This helps to identify extreme market conditions.
Bullish

Gold (GC) Price Chart

COT Charts

Latest News for Gold

Ximen Mining Corp. Advancing Non-Dilutive Funding for Kenville Gold Mine Portal Development and Announces up to $350,000 Bridge Private Placement
Ximen Mining Corp. Advancing Non-Dilutive Funding for Kenville Gold Mine Portal Development and Announces up to $350,000 Bridge Private Placement

Nelson BC Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - September 18, 2026) - Ximen Mining Corp. (TSXV: XIM) (FSE: 1XM) (OTC: XXMMF) (the "Company" or "Ximen") is pleased to pr...

Newsfile Corp Newsfile Corp, 6 days ago

Liberty Gold Files Feasibility Study Technical Report for the Black Pine Project in Idaho, USA
Liberty Gold Files Feasibility Study Technical Report for the Black Pine Project in Idaho, USA

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Gold Corp. (TSX: LGD; OTCQX: LGDTF) (“Liberty Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that further...

GlobeNewsWire GlobeNewsWire, 6 days ago

Copper One Expands Phase 2 Drill Program to Up to 10,000 Feet and Engages Evolve Exploration Nevada at Majuba Hill Copper-Silver-Gold Project
Copper One Expands Phase 2 Drill Program to Up to 10,000 Feet and Engages Evolve Exploration Nevada at Majuba Hill Copper-Silver-Gold Project

VANCOUVER, BC – TheNewswire - September 18, 2026 - Copper One Resources Corp. (CSE: CEXY | OTCID: CEXYF | FSE: IW8 | WKN: A42AGR) (“Copper One” or the “Company”) is pleased to a...

TheNewswire TheNewswire, 6 days ago

Positioning History

commercial and non-commercial positions
Date Position Net Position
Difference between Non-Commercial Long and Short
Non-Comm. Long
Speculators & funds betting on rising prices
Non-Comm. Short
Speculators & funds betting on falling prices
Comm. Long
Hedgers/producers hedging against rising prices
Comm. Short
Hedgers/producers hedging against falling prices
Sep 15, 2026 Bullish 230,338 258,059 27,721 56,417 318,138
Sep 08, 2026 Bullish 231,960 261,007 29,047 54,403 324,677
Sep 01, 2026 Bullish 228,124 260,485 32,361 61,450 326,168
Aug 25, 2026 Bullish 243,334 277,159 33,825 62,453 342,038
Aug 18, 2026 Bullish 222,189 256,902 34,713 69,050 327,468
Aug 11, 2026 Bullish 217,940
Aug 04, 2026 Bullish 197,634 227,013 29,379 71,832 298,323
Jul 28, 2026 Bullish 182,070 219,622 37,552 75,460 287,769
Jul 21, 2026 Bullish 183,910 224,785 40,875 80,457 293,656
Jul 14, 2026 Bullish 186,682 227,310 40,628 79,639 294,427
Jul 07, 2026 Bullish 194,246 233,713 39,467 59,564 281,846
Jun 30, 2026 Bullish 194,019 229,619 35,600 59,118 280,188
Jun 23, 2026 Bullish 181,339 217,028 35,689 64,579 269,983
Jun 16, 2026 Bullish 180,220 211,127 30,907 58,220 265,783
Jun 09, 2026 Bullish 173,837 207,984 34,147 58,986 260,022
Jun 02, 2026 Bullish 176,020 206,096 30,076 53,851 260,196
May 26, 2026 Bullish 154,260 200,704 46,444 74,641 260,407
May 19, 2026 Bullish 159,833 211,018 51,185 69,520 261,149
May 12, 2026 Bullish 171,622 219,793 48,171 57,725 267,983
May 05, 2026 Bullish 163,303 211,814 48,511 58,230 257,165
Apr 28, 2026 Bullish 159,571 211,818 52,247 60,553 255,366
Apr 21, 2026 Bullish 164,006 212,893 48,887 56,261 259,201
Apr 14, 2026 Bullish 162,526 210,009 47,483 55,757 256,839
Apr 07, 2026 Bullish 156,305 205,368 49,063 57,729 251,480
Mar 31, 2026 Bullish 163,202 207,602 44,400 58,697 260,337
Mar 24, 2026 Bullish 168,327 220,861 52,534 76,997 280,825
Mar 17, 2026 Bullish 159,869 215,961 56,092 86,184 284,832
Mar 10, 2026 Bullish 163,132 215,445 52,313 85,280 288,256