At the end of last week, there was a sharp crash in the international precious metals market, which became one of the most significant in recent times. The total capitalization of the sector fell by more than $7 trillion in just 36 hours.
The price of gold, usually considered a reliable asset, decreased by 13.6 percent, causing the price per ounce to drop below $4,900, which led to a reduction in the capitalization of this metal by $5 trillion.
However, the price decline continues. As of 10:00 Bishkek time, the price of futures for a troy ounce (31.1035 grams) was $4,657, while the maximum trading price reached $5,500.
The editorial team of 24.kg conducted an analysis of the prices of gold bullion bars, comparing the maximum values from January 30 and the minimum values from February 2, resulting in an average loss of between 7.2 to 7.8 percent.
Weight of the bar
Maximum, soms (30.01.2026)
Minimum, soms (02.02.2026)
Difference (drop, soms)
1 gram
16629.50
15439.50
1190.00
2 grams
31943.50
29566.00
2377.50
5 grams
78119.50
72448.00
5671.50
10 grams
153195.50
141256.00
11939.50
31.1035 grams
481927.50
444368.00
37559.50
100 grams
1572177.50
1449639.00
122538.50
Calculation of losses on buyback (Spread)
The difference between the price at which the National Bank sells the bar and the price at which it is willing to buy it back (as of 02.02.2026). This data demonstrates the immediate loss of value in the transaction:
The smallest spread was recorded for 10-gram bars, amounting to only 0.2 percent, making them the most liquid to date.
The largest margin in monetary terms was recorded for 100-gram bars — over 42,000 soms.
