KARACHI— Gold prices in Pakistan jumped sharply on Monday, rising by thousands of rupees per tola as global bullion markets fluctuated and economic uncertainty weighed on investor sentiment, traders said.
According to bullion market officials, the price of gold increased by Rs7,500 per tola to reach Rs489,362, while the price of 10 grams rose by Rs6,431 to Rs419,549.
Market analysts attributed the surge to volatility in international gold prices, a weakening Pakistani rupee against the U.S. dollar and persistent economic uncertainty. They said investors were increasingly turning to gold as a safe-haven asset.
Traders warned that prices could climb further in the coming days if the upward trend in global markets continues.
Separately, Pakistan has emerged as the world’s third-largest rice exporter, according to an international publication, marking a significant milestone for the country’s agricultural sector.
The report said Pakistan’s rice exports increased 14 percent month-on-month in December 2025, with basmati rice exports posting a sharp rise of more than 50 percent during the period.
Pakistan exported 489,000 tonnes of rice in December, with major shipments going to the United Arab Emirates, China, Tanzania, Kenya and Ivory Coast. Analysts described the sustained growth in rice exports as a positive sign for the national economy.
Meanwhile, delays in the supply of government wheat could lead to further increases in flour prices, the report said, adding to inflationary pressures faced by consumers.
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