Editor’s Note
This article reports on the daily price movements of gold in South Korea, noting a slight decrease in the buying price while the selling price remained stable.
According to the Korea Gold Exchange’s market data on February 12, 2026, the buying price for pure gold (24K, 3.75g) recorded 1,033,000 won, down 0.39% (4,000 won) from the previous day. The selling price remained at 857,000 won, unchanged from the previous day, indicating a flat trend.
Gold product prices showed a stable flow. The 18K gold price (based on product price application) was 629,900 won with no price change, and the 14K gold price also remained at 488,500 won, the same level as the previous day.
Platinum prices showed a pronounced downtrend. The buying price for platinum (3.75g) was 429,000 won, down 1.86% (8,000 won) from the previous day, and the selling price also fell to 348,000 won, down 2.01% (7,000 won), indicating a weak trend.
Silver prices also showed a decline. The buying price for silver (3.75g) was 22,180 won, down 1.13% (250 won), and the selling price also fell to 13,380 won, down 1.12% (150 won).
Recently, the precious metals market is showing short-term adjustment trends amid changes in the global financial environment. While the preference for safe-haven assets is maintained, some profit-taking movements following price increases are being reflected, leading to an atmosphere of increased volatility.
In particular, silver and platinum are showing relatively weak trends, influenced by industrial demand outlooks and changes in market expectations. Gold is maintaining a relatively stable flow, continuing its role as a central market asset.
The market views the interest rate policies of major countries and exchange rate movements as key variables for future precious metal prices.
