Gold rate in Pakistan today — Friday, 18 September 2026, per the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Rates update multiple times a day — always confirm a live rate before buying or selling.
Gold prices in Pakistan fell for a second straight session today, with 24K gold dropping Rs. 4,736 per tola as international bullion prices pulled back further.
Today’s Rates — All Karats
| Karat | Purity | Price per Tola | Price per 10 Grams |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | Rs. 452,500 | Rs. 387,952 |
| 22K | 91.6% | Rs. 414,792 | Rs. 355,618 |
| 21K | 87.5% | Rs. 395,938 | Rs. 339,457 |
| 18K | 75% | Rs. 339,375 | Rs. 291,214 |
Silver also declined today, settling at Rs. 6,802 per tola.
Recent Trend
| Date | 24K Gold (per Tola) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 15 (Tuesday) | Rs. 453,336 | ▼ Rs. 3,800 |
| September 17 (Thursday) | Rs. 449,700 – 457,236 (source-dependent) | Mixed |
| September 18 (Today) | Rs. 452,500 | ▼ Rs. 4,736 |
Today’s drop reflects continued pressure from the international bullion market, with all gold categories recording a decline on Friday.
Why Gold Keeps Sliding
Pakistan’s gold rate is set daily based on the prevailing international USD-per-ounce price converted into rupees, so a pullback internationally shows up in the local tola rate almost immediately. Gold has been trading in a genuinely volatile stretch over the past several months — after touching a record near $5,595 per ounce in January before suffering a sharp correction, the metal has continued to swing on shifting expectations around US Federal Reserve policy, the strength of the dollar, and ongoing safe-haven demand tied to Middle East tensions.
What Else Moved Today
| Commodity/Rate | Today’s Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Rs. 390.79/litre | Unchanged |
| High-Speed Diesel | Rs. 424.92/litre | ▲ Rs. 3.00 |
| Copper | Rs. 5,500/kg | — |
Both the Euro and British Pound gained ground against the rupee today, while fuel prices saw a small diesel increase alongside steady petrol rates — part of the broader daily pricing adjustments now in effect across Pakistan’s commodity and currency markets.
Final Thoughts
Today’s Rs. 452,500 per tola for 24K gold marks a second consecutive day of declines, continuing a genuinely choppy month for Pakistan’s gold market. With international bullion prices still reacting to Fed policy expectations and ongoing Middle East tensions, further short-term swings — in either direction — remain the more likely pattern than a settled, stable rate. Anyone planning a purchase or sale should check a live quote immediately beforehand rather than relying on today’s figures once even a few hours have passed.
