Gold Prices Drop In Pakistan Due To Global Economic Trends

On February 26, 2026, the price of gold in Pakistan saw a notable decrease, with the cost per tola dropping by 700 PKR to reach 540,562 PKR. This decline was echoed across various news sources, including Hum News and Pakistan News Index, which reported that the price of 10 grams of gold also fell by 600 PKR, bringing it to 463,444 PKR. The fluctuation in gold prices is attributed to global economic trends and the movement of the US dollar, indicating a direct correlation between international market conditions and local pricing. According to the Pakistan News Index, 'experts suggest that these price changes are linked to global economic trends and the dollar's movement, which impacts the local market.' Furthermore, the global gold price decreased by 7 USD to 5,178 USD per ounce, reflecting a similar trend in the international market.