Gold Prices Surge to New Record, Nearing Rs500,000 Per Tola
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- Gold prices hit a new record high in Pakistan.
- Price reportedly closed near Rs500,000 per tola.
- This surge occurred rapidly within three days.
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Gold prices in Pakistan have been on an upward trend, reaching Rs456,536 per tola for 24-karat gold on Saturday, August 8, 2026, marking a significant weekly increase. This climb is linked to international market shifts, including a global increase in gold prices and a reported ceasefire in the Middle East. Short-term indicators suggest continued volatility. Most recently, gold prices have surged to a new record, reportedly closing near Rs500,000 per tola within three days.
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Gold prices in Pakistan have reached a new record high, reportedly closing near Rs500,000 per tola within just three days, indicating a significant and rapid surge.
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Gold prices in Pakistan have surged to a new record, reportedly closing near Rs500,000 per tola within just three days. This rapid increase follows the previous reported price of Rs456,536 per tola for 24-karat gold on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
According to bullion dealers, per tola gold in the local market has cumulatively increased by Rs28,600 over four consecutive days.
Gold prices in Pakistan surged to Rs456,536 per tola on Saturday, August 8, 2026, marking a weekly increase of Rs27,600. The precious metal gained Rs2,200 during the day. Similarly, the 10-gram gold rate rose by Rs1,887 to reach Rs391,406. In the international market, gold increased by $22 to $4,341 per ounce, including a $20 premium. Meanwhile, silver prices saw a decrease of Rs113 per tola, settling at Rs6,826 in the local market.
The recent surge in gold prices, both internationally and in Pakistan, has reportedly "stunned the world," leading to increased interest in buying gold. A "big prediction" regarding future prices has also been revealed, indicating continued market attention.
On August 8, 2026, gold prices in Pakistan opened the new business week at Rs454,336 per tola for 24-karat gold, marking an increase of Rs5,100 from the previous sessions on August 7. The price for 10 grams of 24-karat gold also rose to Rs389,519 after a jump of Rs4,372 in the previous session.
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