The gold price in Pakistan remained a key concern for jewellery buyers and investors on Thursday, October 15, 2026, as local market rates continued to reflect changes in international bullion prices and currency movements. A Pakistani gold-price tracker reported the 24-karat gold rate at Rs437,836 per tola, down Rs3,000 from the previous rate. Market quotations may vary by source and update time. Source
Gold Rate Today in Pakistan
According to the published figures from the market tracker, the latest reported prices were:
- 24K gold: Rs437,836 per tola
- 24K gold per 10 grams: Rs375,373
- 22K gold: Rs401,350 per tola
- 21K gold: Rs383,106 per tola
- Silver: Rs6,360 per tola
These figures are indicative market quotations, not guaranteed retail prices. Buyers should confirm the latest rate with a local jeweller or sarafa association before making a purchase. Jewellery prices can be higher because of making charges and other applicable costs.
Why Gold Prices Change in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan are influenced by several factors, including international bullion prices, the Pakistani rupee’s exchange rate against the US dollar, and local market demand and supply.
International gold prices can change during the trading day as investors respond to inflation data, interest-rate expectations, currency movements and geopolitical developments. Changes in the dollar’s value can also affect the cost of importing gold into Pakistan.
Reuters reported on October 15 that international gold prices rose by more than 1%, supported by a weaker US dollar and lower Treasury yields, as markets awaited US economic data. This international movement provides broader context for gold markets, although it does not automatically translate into an identical change in Pakistani retail prices. Reuters report
Difference Between 24K and 22K Gold
The 24-karat category represents gold with a very high level of purity and is commonly used as a benchmark for bullion pricing. Twenty-two-karat gold contains a higher proportion of other metals, making it suitable for many types of jewellery.
Because purity differs, the price of 22K gold is generally lower than that of 24K gold for the same weight. Buyers should check both purity and weight before comparing quotations from different shops.
What Buyers Should Know
People planning to buy gold jewellery should ask for the per-tola or per-gram rate, the purity level, and a separate breakdown of making charges. Those selling gold should also confirm the shop’s buying rate, which may differ from its selling price.
Investors should avoid relying on a single daily quotation when assessing market trends. International prices, exchange-rate movements and local premiums can all influence the final price.
What to Expect Next
Gold prices in Pakistan may continue to fluctuate as international bullion markets and currency conditions change. The next movement will depend partly on global economic data, interest-rate expectations and local market pricing.
For the most accurate purchase decision, readers should verify the current 24K gold rate with a trusted local sarafa market before completing a transaction.
Editorial note: The quoted rate is attributed to a published market tracker. Confirm the applicable APGJSA benchmark and its publication time before presenting the figure as an official nationwide rate.
produced by mukarram ahmed
