Gold prices in Pakistan hit a record-high in Pakistan on Wednesday. In the local market, the gold price per tola reached Rs551,662 after a gain of Rs21,100 during the day.

Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs472,961 after it increased by Rs18,090, according to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

The international rate of gold was up by $211 to reach $5,293 per ounce (with a premium of $20).

Meanwhile, the price of silver increased by Rs271 to reach Rs11,911 per tola, a new all-time high.