If I Invested $1,000 in Gold in 2001, How Much Would It Be Worth Today?

⏪ Replay Mode · Historical Simulation
Gold
2001-01-02 → 2024-01-01
$7,765
+$6,765  ·  +676.5%
7.8x your money
$1,000
Total invested
$268.40
Start price
$2,062.40
End price
Commodities
Asset type
Investment Growth Over Time 2001-01-02 → 2024-01-01
AssetGold
Start price$268.40
End price$2,062.40
Total invested$1,000

About This Scenario

Gold was near $270/oz in 2001. By 2024 it surpassed $2,300/oz. Often dismissed as a relic, gold quietly delivered a 650% return over 23 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much would $1,000 invested in gold in 2001 be worth today?

Gold traded at approximately $265-$290/oz in early 2001. By early 2024 it had surpassed $2,300/oz. A $1,000 investment is worth approximately $7,000-$8,000 today depending on the exact entry price.

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