Gold prices in Dubai continue to be monitored closely by jewellery buyers, travellers and investors, particularly from India. Movements in international bullion prices, currency exchange rates and broader market conditions often influence local gold prices in the UAE.
For Indian consumers, tracking Dubai gold prices alongside the Indian Rupee exchange rate helps in evaluating pricing trends and overall purchase costs. Here is the latest update on gold rates in Dubai as of May 18, 2026.
Here are the latest gold prices per gram in Dubai as of the morning session on May 18, 2026. All values are in AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham).
| Type | Today (AED/gram) | Yesterday (AED/gram) |
| 24 Carat | 547.25 | 547.00 |
| 22 Carat | 506.75 | 506.50 |
| 21 Carat | 486.00 | 485.75 |
| 18 Carat | 416.50 | 416.25 |
| 14 Carat | 325.00 | 324.75 |
Based on the exchange rate of 1 AED = ₹26.12 as of May 18, 2026, here is the approximate cost of 10 grams of gold in Indian Rupees:
| Type | AED (10g) | INR (10g) |
| 24 Carat | 5,472.50 | ₹1,42,940 |
| 22 Carat | 5,067.50 | ₹1,32,360 |
| 21 Carat | 4,860.00 | ₹1,26,940 |
| 18 Carat | 4,165.00 | ₹1,08,790 |
| 14 Carat | 3,250.00 | ₹84,890 |
Dubai gold prices witnessed marginal increases across all purity categories compared to the previous trading session. The rise indicates a slight upward movement in bullion prices, while currency fluctuations may also have influenced local pricing.
The increase remains relatively moderate, suggesting that gold prices are continuing to respond to broader global market developments and investor sentiment in international commodity markets.
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As of May 18, 2026, 24K gold in Dubai was priced at AED 547.25 per gram, while 22K gold stood at AED 506.75 per gram. Based on the prevailing exchange rate, 10 grams of 24K gold translates to approximately ₹1.43 lakh in Indian Rupees.
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Published on: May 18, 2026, 12:14 PM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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