Gold Rate Jumps to All-Time High in Pakistan

The gold price has surged to an all-time high in Pakistan and jumped past Rs 215,00 per tola after the rupee fell to a new low against the US dollar in the interbank market.

The surge was in line with the rupee movement — which plunged to an all-time low of Rs287.85 against the US dollar in the interbank market — and an uptrend in the global markets.

According to the data released by All-Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of gold (24 carats) soared by Rs2,500 per tola and Rs2,142 per 10 grams to settle at Rs217,000 and Rs186,042.

Gold is often hailed as a hedge against inflation—increasing in value as the purchasing power of the dollar declines.

Pakistan’s monthly inflation blew past forecasts in March and soared to a nearly all-time high level — 35.4% — from a year earlier, with people feeling more pain from some of the fastest rising consumer prices amid straining budgets as cost of living continues to outstrip average incomes.

Cumulatively, the precious commodity gained Rs8,700 per tola during the three sessions (Monday-Wednesday).