Connect with us

Business

Gold price plunges by Rs1,350 per tola in Pakistan

Published

3 years ago

on

  • Gold price per tola price settles at Rs129,200.
  • Retreat in international oil prices boosts risk appetite.
  • Silver prices in the domestic market gain Rs20 per tola.

KARACHI: Gold prices extended declines on Tuesday after a retreat in international oil prices and planned diplomatic talks between Russia and Ukraine boosted risk appetite.

According to the All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association (ASSJA), gold prices in the local bullion market dropped by Rs1,350 per tola to reach Rs129,200, while the price of 10 grams gold decreased by Rs1,157 to reach Rs110,768.

A day earlier, the precious commodity closed at Rs130,550per tola and Rs111,925 per 10 grams.

Speaking to Geo.tv, a gold dealer said that the price decline in the local market was in line with the international market as investors remained on the sidelines ahead of an expected rate hike from the Federal Reserve and as hopes for progress in Russia-Ukraine talks dampened the metal’s safe-haven appeal.

He was of the view that a decline in the international oil prices also triggered a decline, as according to the market analysis, both commodities move in the same direction.

“Since last few weeks, investors have been on the sidelines because of the uncertain market situation,” he said, adding that the market is reacting to the tiniest of the news reports.

Earlier, another gold dealer had said that Pakistan remains a small market for gold at the global level. It meets the commodity’s demand through imports as it does not produce the commodity locally.

Accordingly, the gold price for local markets is determined by keeping in view its prices in world markets, rupee-dollar exchange rate, and its demand and supply in local markets.

In the international market, bullion prices plunged by $41 per ounce to settle at $1,925 as bets that the US Federal Reserve may raise interest rates for the first time in three years added to pressure on gold.

Gold rates in Pakistan are around Rs4,000 below the cost compared to the rate in the Dubai market.

Meanwhile, silver prices in the domestic market gained Rs20 per tola and Rs17.14 per 10 grams to settle at Rs1,500 and Rs1,286 today.

Related Topics:
Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Business

Irfan Siddiqui meets with the PM and informs him about the Senate performance of the parliamentary party.

Published

10 hours ago

on

By

The head of the Senate’s Foreign Affairs Standing Committee and the PML-N’s parliamentary leader paid Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif a visit in Islamabad.

Senator Irfan Siddiqui gave the Prime Minister an update on the Parliamentary Party’s Senate performance.

Additionally, Senator Irfan Siddiqui gave the Prime Minister an update on the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs’ performance.

He complimented the Prime Minister on his outstanding efforts to bring Pakistan’s economy back on track and meet its economic objectives.

Continue Reading

Business

SIFC Increases Direct Foreign Investment: Investment in the Energy Sector Rises by 120%

Published

10 hours ago

on

By

The Special Investment Facilitation Council is intended to help Pakistan’s energy sector attract $585.6 million in direct foreign investment in 2024–2025. The amount invested at the same time previous year was $266.3 million.

This is a notable 120% rise, mostly due to investments in gas exploration, oil, and power. Such expansion indicates heightened investor confidence and emphasizes the development potential in important areas.

The State Bank reports that foreign investment in other vital industries has increased by 48% to $771 million.

This advancement is a blatant testament to SIFC’s efficient investment procedure and quick project execution.

The purpose of the Special Investment Facilitation Council is to establish Pakistan as an investment hub by aggressively promoting regional trade and investment in the energy sector and other critical industries.

Continue Reading

Business

Discos report losses of Rs239 billion.

Published

10 hours ago

on

By

When compared to the same period last year, the data indicates that discos have decreased their losses in the first quarter of the current fiscal year.

The distribution businesses recorded losses of Rs239 billion in the first three months of the current fiscal year, a substantial decrease from the Rs308 billion losses sustained during the same period the previous year.

Additionally, the distribution businesses’ rate of recovery has improved. It has increased to 91% in the first quarter of this year from 84% in the same period last year, indicating success in revenue collection.

Regarding circular debt, the Power division observed a notable change. Last year, between July and October, the circular debt grew by Rs301 billion. Nonetheless, this year’s first four months saw a relatively modest increase in circular debt, totaling about Rs11 billion.

These enhancements show promising developments in the electricity sector’s financial health in Pakistan, where initiatives are being made to accelerate recovery rates and slow the expansion of circular debt.

Continue Reading

Trending