The previous day’s rate stood at Rs435,100, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association.

The surge didn’t stop there. The rate for 10 grams of 24-karat gold also climbed by Rs4,972, reaching Rs378,000 from Rs373,028. Meanwhile, 10 grams of 22-karat gold increased by Rs4,558, closing at Rs346,512 compared to Rs341,954 a day earlier.

International gold prices followed the same trend, rising by $58 to settle at $4,198 per ounce, up from $4,140. This global uptick further fueled the local market’s upward movement, keeping investors and jewellers on edge.

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Silver prices, too, joined the rally. The price of per tola silver increased by Rs90, hitting Rs5,337, while 10 grams silver gained Rs77 to reach Rs4,575. On the international front, silver prices rose by $0.90, closing at $52.50 per ounce.

The continuous surge in gold and silver prices shows growing uncertainty in both local and global markets. Rising inflation, weak currency, and international tensions are pushing investors toward safe assets like gold. For ordinary buyers, however, this gold rush has turned wedding dreams and savings plans into a financial challenge.