Gold and silver prices witnessed a noticeable decline in Pakistan’s bullion market during the final trading session of the year, reflecting weakness in both domestic and international markets. Traders attributed the drop to reduced global demand and cautious investor sentiment as markets wrapped up 2025.
According to market sources, the price of gold per tola fell by Rs 2,500, bringing it down to Rs 456,962, while the price of 10 grams declined by Rs 2,143 to settle at Rs 391,771. The decline marked one of the sharper single-day drops recorded in recent weeks.
International Market Trends Impact Local Prices
The downward trend in local gold prices followed a decline in international bullion rates. In the global market, gold prices slipped by $25 per ounce, closing at $2,624. A stronger US dollar and expectations of future monetary policy decisions largely drove this decline, reducing demand for safe-haven assets like gold.
Market analysts noted that global investors remained cautious ahead of economic data releases and policy signals from major economies, contributing to subdued trading activity in precious metals.
Silver Prices Also Register Losses
Silver prices mirrored the trend seen in gold, declining in both domestic and international markets. In Pakistan, the price of silver dropped by Rs 50 per tola to reach Rs 7,718, while the price of 10 grams fell by Rs 43 to Rs 6,616.
Internationally, silver prices declined by $0.57 per ounce, closing at $29.30. Weak industrial demand and overall bearish sentiment in commodity markets caused silver prices to fall.
Outlook for the Bullion Market
Experts believe that gold and silver prices may remain volatile in the near term, influenced by global economic indicators, currency movements, and central bank policies. While precious metals traditionally serve as safe-haven investments, short-term price movements are expected to depend heavily on international market cues.
Traders advised investors to closely monitor global trends before making buying decisions, as the bullion market continues to respond to shifting economic signals in the new year.
