Gold prices in Pakistan continue to climb, with the yellow metal witnessing a significant hike on Thursday, November 21, 2024. According to the All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association, the price of 24-karat gold per tola increased by Rs. 3,700, reaching Rs. 278,000, up from Rs. 274,300 the previous day. Similarly, the price for 10 grams of 24-karat gold rose by Rs. 3,172, bringing it to Rs. 238,340.
This surge aligns with a broader trend in the international gold market, where prices increased by $37 per ounce, reaching $2,668. The rise is attributed to global economic uncertainty, a weakening U.S. dollar, and speculation about the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy.
A Continued Climb for Gold Prices
This recent jump follows months of escalating gold prices in Pakistan. In October, the metal reached a record-breaking Rs. 287,900 per tola, marking an all-time high. Local factors, including a depreciating Pakistani rupee and inflationary pressures, have compounded the effects of international market trends.
The 22-karat gold rate also experienced an increase, with 10 grams rising to Rs. 218,479 from Rs. 215,570. Meanwhile, silver prices saw a modest rise, with per tola silver reaching Rs. 3,450, an increase of Rs. 200.
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Gold Imports Show Growth
Despite soaring prices, gold imports have surged in Pakistan. Data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reveals a 19.82% increase in gold imports during the first four months of the current fiscal year, reaching $10.644 million compared to $8.883 million in the same period last year.
In terms of quantity, 148 kilograms of gold were imported from July to October 2024, up from 138 kilograms during the same period in 2023, reflecting a 6.94% increase. However, on a month-to-month basis, October 2024 saw a 54.63% decline in gold imports compared to September 2024, likely due to volatile prices.
What’s Driving the Demand?
Gold has traditionally been a safe-haven investment in Pakistan, particularly during economic uncertainty. As inflation and currency devaluation erode purchasing power, investors and households turn to gold as a hedge against financial instability.
Looking Ahead
With global market dynamics in flux and domestic economic challenges persisting, gold prices in Pakistan are expected to remain high. For now, the surge reflects both international market influences and local economic conditions, further solidifying gold’s status as a valuable, albeit costly, asset.
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