Gold continued its record run in local and international markets on Saturday. In Pakistan, gold price per tola reached Rs325,000 after a single-day gain of Rs1,620.

Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs278,635 after it registered an increase of Rs1,389, as per All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

The international rate of gold also increased on Saturday. As per APGJSA, the rate was at $3,084 per ounce (with a premium of $20), an increase of $10 during the day.

On Friday, gold price per tola increased by Rs2,380 to settle at the then-record high level of Rs323,380.

Meanwhile, silver prices declined by Rs30 and settled at Rs3,580 per tola in Pakistan.