Gold price surges by Rs700 per tola, reaching Rs216,100 in domestic market

The domestic bullion market experienced an upswing on Tuesday as the price of 24-karat gold surged by Rs700 per tola, reaching Rs216,100.

This price hike was reported by the Karachi Sarafa Association, which also noted a Rs600 increase in the 10-gramme 24-karat gold, now standing at Rs185,271. The 10-gramme 22-karat gold was priced at Rs169,832.

In contrast, silver prices remained stable in the domestic market, with 24-karat silver being sold at Rs2,600 per tola and Rs2,229.08 per 10-gramme.

The sudden spike in domestic gold prices can be attributed to the rise in international prices. Currently, international spot gold is trading at $2,039.598, marking a 0.24 per cent increase compared to the previous session’s closing.

Last week, we witnessed the second consecutive weekly loss in the international gold market due to diminishing expectations of a rate cut. However, the recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East has triggered a surge in the demand for safe-haven assets, particularly gold, signalling a bullish trend.

Despite the persistent pressure on domestic gold caused by the continuous strengthening of the Pakistani Rupee (PKR), the market dynamics shifted due to the sudden upturn in international prices.

The impact of the PKR’s strength was outweighed by the growing appeal of gold in the wake of geopolitical uncertainties.

Investors and analysts are closely monitoring the evolving situation both domestically and internationally as they assess the potential impacts on precious metal markets.

The fluctuating trends in gold prices highlight the intricate relationship between global events and their influence on the financial landscape.