ISLAMABAD – Gold rates in Pakistan jumped higher on Monday amid dramatic surge in the global bullion market as escalating geopolitical tensions sent shockwaves through the financial world.
| Category | New Price |
| Gold (per tola) | Rs563,862 |
| Gold (10 grams) | Rs483,420 |
| Silver (per tola) | Rs10,050 |
The price of gold per tola soared by a staggering Rs13,300 in a single day, reaching an eye-watering Rs563,862. Meanwhile, the rate for 10 grams surged by Rs11,402 to settle at Rs483,420.
Gold Prices Recap
| Dates | Price |
| 26-Feb-26 | Rs540,562 |
| 25-Feb-26 | Rs541,262 |
| 24-Feb-26 | Rs539,962 |
| 23-Feb-26 | Rs536,562 |
| 21-Feb-26 | Rs533,562 |
| 20-Feb-26 | Rs526,462 |
| 18-Feb-26 | Rs516,062 |
On the global stage, gold prices leapt by $133 to hit $5,411 per ounce, including a $20 premium. Silver also joined the rally in Pakistan, jumping by Rs188 to reach Rs10,050 per tola.
| Unit | 22K Gold | 21K Gold | 18K Gold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Tola | 504,166.67 | 481,250 | 412,500 |
| Per 1 Gram | 43,224.5 | 41,259.75 | 35,365.5 |
| Per 10 Gram | 432,245 | 412,597.5 | 353,655 |
| Per Ounce | 1,225,125 | 1,169,437.5 | 1,002,375 |
International markets were rattled after the United States and Israel launched major strikes on Iran, reportedly killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The development dramatically intensified geopolitical tensions, fueling fears of wider regional conflict and deepening global economic uncertainty.
As investors rushed toward safe-haven assets, spot gold climbed 1.37% to $5,349.44 an ounce as of 0439 GMT, after touching its highest level in more than four weeks. Earlier in the session, bullion prices had surged as much as 2%, highlighting the scale of the market reaction.
