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Gold (spot) Performance Over 5 years

Gold (spot) (XAU)

Gold (spot) returned +201.8% over the last 5 years, from $1,719.50 to $5,190.10.

Price today

$5,190.10

+201.8% over 5 years

The price increased 3.0× over 5 years.

Gold (spot) 5 years shows how price evolved over this period using historical daily closing prices, including total return and (when available) CAGR.

This view helps you understand how a commodity like Gold (spot) has performed as a potential hedge or diversifier over the selected horizon.

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Investors looking for inflation hedges or diversification use this page to see how Gold (spot) has moved relative to other asset classes over time.

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Key performance metrics

Total return
201.8%
CAGR
24.7%
Max drawdown
-20.4%
Best year
62.7%
Worst year
1.1%
Volatility
20.3%
Avg annual return
21.7%

Data through 2026-03-12.

Key takeaways

Gold (spot) increased 201.8% over the selected time window.

Performance insights

  • Gold (spot) returned +201.8% over 5 years
  • Average annual return was +21.7%
  • Worst drawdown was -20.4%
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Yearly performance

Year2021
Price$1,827.50
Annual return—
Year2022
Price$1,819.70
Annual return-0.4%
Year2023
Price$2,062.40
Annual return+13.3%
Year2024
Price$2,629.20
Annual return+27.5%
Year2025
Price$4,325.60
Annual return+64.5%
Year2026
Price$5,190.10
Annual return+20.0%

About Gold (spot)

Gold is a precious metal used as a store of value and in jewelry and industry. It is often seen as a hedge against inflation and currency risk.

From2021-03-12
To2026-03-12

What this shows

Based on daily closing prices from 2021-03-12 to 2026-03-12.

FAQ

What does this page show?
It shows historical investment results based on past prices. Results are for education and research only, not financial advice.
How is CAGR calculated?
CAGR (compound annual growth rate) is the annualized return: (end value / start value)^(1/years) - 1. It smooths returns over the period.
Where does the data come from?
We use historical daily closing prices from the same data source as our calculators. Data is updated periodically.
Does this include dividends?
Returns are based on price only. Dividend reinvestment is not included unless stated. Total return indices would be higher when dividends are included.
Is this financial advice?
No. This is for education and research only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult a financial advisor for your situation.

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