On a Friday in August, the ancient allure of gold reasserted itself across Pakistan's markets, as prices surged in lockstep with a rising international tide. The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association recorded a climb of Rs5,100 per tola, bringing 24-karat gold to Rs454,336 — a figure that touches the lives of jewelers, brides, and cautious savers alike. Precious metals, long regarded as humanity's refuge from uncertainty, once again reflected the anxieties of a world navigating shifting currencies and unsettled economies.
Gold prices surge Rs5,100 per tola in Pakistan amid international gains
Economy & Finance