Gold rates increased sharply today, with 24-karat gold rising significantly in local markets.

Strong demand from investors and global bullion gains pushing prices up. 24K gold now 

trading close to Rs. 480,000 per tola, showing a positive trend in the bullion market.

Islamic investment appeal: Gold continues as a Sharia-compliant hedge against inflation and currency instability.

Analysts say rising global uncertainty and PKR pressure are contributing to the uptick