Gold prices in Pakistan rose sharply again on Saturday, continuing a second consecutive day of gains following an increase in global bullion rates.

According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola increased by Rs. 4,370 to reach Rs. 444,336.

Similarly, the price of 10 grams rose by Rs. 3,933, closing at Rs. 379,880.

This comes after a sharp decline on Friday, when gold lost Rs. 7,250 and settled at Rs. 439,880 per tola.

In the international market, gold gained $43 per ounce, reaching $4,219.

Silver also recorded an uptick, rising by Rs. 200 per tola to Rs. 7,279.