Archipelagotimes.com – Gold prices at Pegadaian have once again climbed sharply. On Thursday, May 8, 2025, the value of gold rose by as much as IDR 26,000 per gram, drawing attention from investors and market observers.
According to the official Pegadaian website, the prices of three popular gold brands—Antam, UBS, and Galeri24—recorded significant increases. Antam led the surge with a jump of IDR 26,000, bringing its price to IDR 2,035,000 per gram from the previous IDR 2,009,000.
Galeri24 followed suit, also rising IDR 26,000 to reach IDR 1,954,000 per gram, up from IDR 1,928,000. UBS gold recorded a slightly smaller increase of IDR 21,000, now priced at IDR 1,979,000 per gram compared to IDR 1,958,000 the day before.
Pegadaian offers various gold bar sizes, ranging from 0.5 grams up to 1,000 grams (1 kilogram) for Antam and Galeri24, while UBS gold is available from 0.5 grams up to 500 grams.
Why Are Gold Prices Rising?
This upward trend in gold prices is influenced by global economic factors including inflation, geopolitical tensions, and market expectations regarding interest rate decisions by the U.S. Federal Reserve. In times of uncertainty, gold continues to be a safe-haven asset for many investors.
Investor’s Note:
If you’re considering investing in gold, now is a great time to keep a close eye on price movements. Pegadaian remains a trusted source for gold investments, offering a wide range of certified gold products.
