Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trend for the second straight session, with 24-karat gold rising by Rs3,700 per tola to reach Rs473,262, according to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). The rate of 10-gramme gold also increased by Rs3,172, closing at Rs405,745 in the local market.
This week has seen a significant surge in gold prices, with the metal gaining Rs17,700 per tola from Monday to Saturday. The gold rate at the start of the week was Rs455,562 per tola.
Silver prices also saw an upward movement, rising by Rs270 per tola to Rs8,465.
The rise in local gold prices mirrors international trends. On Friday, the international gold rate increased by $37 to $4,509 per ounce, including a $20 premium. Spot gold was trading at $4,496.09 per ounce as of 1:31 pm ET, marking a weekly gain of around 3.9 percent.
US gold futures for February delivery also settled 0.9 percent higher at $4,500.90.
Analysts attributed the global price rise to weaker-than-expected US payrolls data, ongoing policy uncertainty, and broader geopolitical tensions.
Gold price movement in Pakistan since start of 2026
January 10, 2026: Gold price surged Rs3,700 per tola to Rs473,262.
January 9, 2026: Gold price increased Rs3,400 per tola to Rs469,562.
January 8, 2026: gold price dropped by Rs600 per tola to Rs466,162.
January 7, 2026: Gold dropped by Rs1,200 per tola to Rs466,762.
January 6, 2026: Gold rose by Rs3,200 per tola to Rs467,962.
January 5, 2026: Gold gained Rs9,200 per tola to settle at Rs464,762.
January 3, 2026: Gold fell by Rs4,700 per tola to Rs455,562.
January 2, 2026: Gold increased by Rs5,700 per tola to Rs460,262.
January 1, 2026: Gold declined by Rs2,400 per tola to Rs454,562.
