Gold prices in Pakistan rose on Saturday, mirroring an uptick in the international market. In the local market, the price of gold climbed by Rs5,300, bringing the rate per tola to Rs444,162.
Likewise, the price of 10-gram gold increased by Rs4,544, reaching Rs380,797, according to the latest figures released by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).
On Friday, however, gold prices had remained unchanged for the second straight day, with the per-tola rate steady at Rs438,862.
Internationally, gold gained $53, pushing the price to $4,218 per ounce, including a premium of $20.
Silver prices also saw an uptick, rising by Rs267 to Rs5,909 per tola.
It should be noted that daily rates are typically announced around 1 PM from Monday to Saturday.
