Gold prices in Pakistan rose Rs4,700 per tola on Friday, following a sharp rebound in international bullion rates.
PTA-approved iPhone 18 Pro Max units have reached Pakistan within days, pushing prices down and putting pressure on the grey market.
Oil prices edge lower as US-Iran truce hopes ease market fears, while fresh Saudi attacks keep supply risks in focus.
Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves rose to $26.81 billion, while SBP-held reserves reached $21.4 billion in latest week.
Pakistan’s weekly inflation rose 0.99%, driven by higher electricity, eggs and LPG prices, while tomatoes and potatoes became cheaper.
Gold prices in Pakistan fell further, tracking global losses as a stronger dollar and higher rate expectations weighed on bullion.
The KSE-100 Index gained more than 1,300 points as broad-based buying lifted stocks across banking, energy, cement and auto sectors.
ADB expects Pakistan’s economy to grow 3.7% in FY27, supported by reforms and stronger reserves, while energy costs remain a key risk.
Boeing is preparing a revised aircraft proposal for PIA as the privatised airline seeks to expand its fleet and restore grounded planes.