Gold, silver reach new record high in Pakistan

Gold prices in Pakistan reached on Monday a record-high while silver also rose to hit an unprecedented level. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs462,362 after a gain of Rs6,200 during the day. Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs396,400 after it increased by Rs5,315, according to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). On Saturday , gold price per tola reached Rs456,162 after a gain of Rs1,300 during the day. The international rate of gold was up by $62 to reach $4,400 per ounce (with a premium of $20). Meanwhile, the price of silver increased by Rs218 to reach Rs7,205 per tola, a new all-time high.