The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association reported that the price of 24-karat gold went up by Rs2,300, reaching Rs438,862 per tola, compared to the previous rate of Rs436,562. The price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold also rose, increasing by Rs1,972 to Rs376,253 from Rs374,281.

Similarly, 10 grams of 22-karat gold recorded an increase of Rs1,808, moving up to Rs344,911 against yesterday’s Rs343,103.

In the global market, gold traded at $4,165 per ounce, which reflects a rise of $23 from its earlier level of $4,142.

Silver prices followed the same trend. Silver per tola increased by Rs60, reaching Rs5,482 from Rs5,422, while 10 grams of silver went up by Rs51 to Rs4,699, compared to Rs4,648 a day earlier. Internationally, silver was priced at $52.10 per ounce.

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Markets are reacting to global uncertainty, and traders are shifting towards precious metals for safety. The local price jump shows how quickly global trends influence Pakistan’s market. If international volatility continues, both gold and silver may see further increases.