Gold prices continued their upward trend for the second consecutive day as strong gains were recorded in both international and local markets on Tuesday. In the international market, the price of gold surged by $32 per ounce, pushing the new global rate to $4,456 per ounce.
The surge was also reflected in domestic markets, where prices rose sharply. The price of 24-karat gold per tola moved up by Rs3,200, taking the new rate to Rs467,962. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs2,743 to reach Rs401,201. Silver prices also moved upward alongside gold. The price of silver per tola increased by Rs338 to Rs8,361, while the rate of 10 grams of silver rose by Rs290 to Rs7,168.