KARACHI: Gold rates witnessed a decrease in Pakistan on Friday, September 26, 2025, in line with the decline in the international market, according to data released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association.
The rates of 24 karat gold decreased by Rs1,000 and were sold at Rs395,800 per tola compared to Rs396,800 on the last trading day.
The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also went down by Rs858 to Rs339,334 against Rs340,192, while 10 grams of 22 karat gold decreased to Rs311,067 from Rs311,854, showing a decline of Rs787.
The price of gold in the international market declined by $10 to $3,740 from $3,750.
On the other hand, the price of silver per tola increased by Rs64 to Rs4,599, whereas that of 10 grams decreased by Rs55 to Rs3,942. The international silver price witnessed an increase of $0.64 to $45.00 from $44.36, the association said.
Gold Rates Today in Pakistan
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