Gold price surge by Rs6,500 in Pakistan

Karachi: The upward trend in gold and silver prices continues in both international and local markets.

According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold in the country increased significantly by Rs 6,500 per tola, taking the price of 24-karat gold to Rs 521,162 per tola.

Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs 5,573, after which it is being sold at Rs 446,000.

In the international market as well, a sharp increase was recorded, with gold prices surpassing $5,000 per ounce.

Meanwhile, silver prices also witnessed an increase, as the price of per tola silver rose by Rs 526 to Rs 10,801.