Gold prices set new record in Pakistan, world

Karachi: Gold prices in Pakistan set another record-high on Thursday. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs572,862 after a gain of Rs21,200 during the day.

Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs491,136 after it increased by Rs18,175, according to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

On Wednesday, gold price per tola reached Rs551,662 after a gain of Rs21,100 during the day.

The international rate of gold was up by $212 to reach $5,505 per ounce (with a premium of $20). Meanwhile, the price of silver increased by Rs264 to reach Rs12,175 per tola.