Gold prices fluctuate in Pakistan and Dubai

Gold prices showed divergent trends in Pakistan and Dubai on October 5, 2026. In Pakistan, the price of 24K gold per tola decreased to Rs 437,000, a drop of Rs 1,636 from the previous day. Other gold purities, including 22K and 21K, also saw price reductions. Meanwhile, silver remained steady at Rs 6,528 per tola. The US Dollar held firm in the Pakistani open market at Rs 277.80.

In Dubai, gold prices rose across all major purity categories. The 24K gold rate reached AED 499 per gram, up from AED 497.75 on Sunday. The 22K gold rate increased to AED 462 per gram. Market observers noted that these fluctuations are being influenced by international bullion markets, US Treasury yields, and expectations regarding Federal Reserve policy.