Gold prices in Pakistan jumped sharply on Saturday, 22 August 2026, as international rates also climbed. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association, 24-karat gold rose by Rs 5,700 to reach Rs 482,936 per tola. Ten grams of the same pure gold increased by Rs 4,972 to Rs 414,039.
This rise follows a Rs 5,200 gain the day before, when the rate stood at Rs 477,136 per tola. In the global market, gold climbed $57 to $4,604 per ounce (including a $20 premium). A local trader told ProPakistani that if the upward trend continues, gold could cross the Rs 5 lakh (Rs 500,000) mark again in the coming days.
Silver prices stayed steady at Rs 7,379 per tola for the week. The recent surge is part of a strong rally through August, driven by higher international demand and local buying interest.
Here are the latest key rates reported:
| Item | Price (PKR) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 24K Gold (per tola) | 482,936 | +5,700 |
| 24K Gold (10 grams) | 414,039 | +4,972 |
| Previous day (24K/tola) | 477,136 | +5,200 |
| International (per ounce) | $4,604 | +$57 |
| Silver (per tola) | 7,379 | Unchanged |
People planning to buy jewellery or invest in gold should watch the market closely, as further increases remain possible.