KARACHI: (HRNW) Gold markets across Pakistan witnessed an unprecedented and historic decline today, as prices plummeted by a staggering Rs43,600 per tola. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the new price for 24-karat gold has settled at Rs447,762 per tola, marking the largest single-day fall in the country’s history.
The downward trend was equally sharp for smaller units, with the price of 10 grams of gold dropping by Rs37,380 to reach Rs338,883. This massive correction follows a period of extreme volatility; experts note that gold prices have now fallen by more than Rs125,000 per tola from their all-time peak, leaving both investors and casual buyers in a state of shock.
Global Market Influence and Economic Factors:
The local crash directly mirrors a significant downturn in the international bullion market, where gold prices fell by $436 per ounce, bringing the global rate down to $4,250. Market analysts attribute this sudden collapse to a combination of global economic shifts and changing investor behaviors:
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Liquidity Crunch: Amidst escalating Middle East tensions and surging oil prices, institutional investors are reportedly offloading gold—a highly liquid asset—to cover losses in other sectors or to secure cash.
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Dollar Strength: A strengthening US dollar and expectations of “higher-for-longer” global interest rates have dampened the appeal of gold as a non-yielding safe haven.
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Regional Trade Disruptions: Conflicts in the Gulf region have impacted trade routes, leading some international traders to offer gold at significant discounts to maintain cash flow.
While the drop offers a rare window for buyers, jewelers and market experts advise caution as the market continues to react to the rapidly evolving geopolitical situation.
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