Gold prices decreased in Pakistan on Saturday in line with their decline in the international rate. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs243,500 after a single-day fall of Rs300.

The 10-gram gold was sold at Rs208,762 after a decrease of Rs257, according to rates shared by the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

On Friday, gold in Pakistan registered a gain of Rs4,600 per tola.

The international rate of gold declined on Saturday. As per APGJSA, the rate was set at $2,359 per ounce (with a premium of $20) after a decrease of $7 during the day.

Meanwhile, silver rates stood stable at Rs2,650 per tola.

Last month, gold hit an all-time high of Rs252,200 per tola in the local market.