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Gold nears historic high as rupee recovers

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Gold price in Pakistan jumped to near a historic high after the rupee recovered as investors await the resumption of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme.

According to data provided by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of gold (24 carats) increased by Rs1,350 per tola and Rs1,157 per 10 grams to reach Rs218,200 and Rs187,071, respectively.

The rupee moved upward against the US dollar, appreciating 0.15% or Re0.42, to 283.47 in the inter-bank market, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).

The yellow metal had reached a record high of Rs218,600 per tola last week. It then dropped to Rs216,000 per tola on April 15 as its rate declined in the international market. It was again on the rise as the current week began.

The price of gold increased by $26 today to settle at $2,000 per ounce in the international market, which also affected the domestic market rate. 

The increased demand for the precious metal and the resulting rise in its value can be attributed to the economic crisis prevailing in the country. During times of economic turmoil, people prefer to buy gold, which is considered to be a hedge against inflation and the local currency’s declining value.

Moreover, gold was the top-performing asset in 2022, according to a report by Topline Securities.

Data shared by the association showed that the price of silver in the domestic market remained unchanged at Rs2,530 per tola and Rs2,170 per 10 grams, respectively. 

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SIFC Promotes International Honey Trade: Malaysia Becomes an Export Destination for KP 60,000 Honey Farms

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The successful arrival of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s first batch of SIDR honey in Malaysia is a major turning point for Pakistan’s honey sector.

The special investment facilitation council is helping to raise the profile of Pakistan’s agricultural exports internationally.

The Ministry of Commerce is dedicated to increasing Pakistan’s honey exports internationally, and the Pakistani high commission in Kuala Lumpur has been instrumental in fostering collaborations between Malaysian and Pakistani companies.

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The KSE-100 is getting closer to the 100,000 level thanks to bullish momentum.

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At 98,164.24 points, the benchmark KSE-100 Index is just 1,800 points away from the much-anticipated 100,000 level and is approaching a historic milestone.

Favorable macroeconomic indicators and high investor confidence have propelled the index’s bullish momentum as of 9:47 a.m. today.

The KSE-100 had a significant increase of 469.84 points, or 0.48%, on Friday, closing at 97,798.23 points. Market optimism was indicated by the index’s quick spike to an intraday high of 99,623.03 points.

Analysts have increased their estimates, predicting that by the end of 2025, the KSE-100 might rise to 120,000. Continued improvements in macroeconomic conditions, such as declining bond yields, are anticipated to be the main drivers of this spike since they are bringing more liquidity to the equities market.

Following the drop in bond yields, mutual funds have made about $132 million in investments in Pakistani stocks since January 2024. This influx of funds is considered a favorable indicator of investor sentiment.

The market has also risen as a result of the State Bank of Pakistan’s decision to reduce interest rates by a total of 700 basis points, from 22% in May 2024 to 15% now.

The All-Share Index, which measures the overall market, also showed robust gains. With a net increase of 280.51 points, or 0.44%, it was at 62,376.87 points. Expectations of additional growth in the equity market are being bolstered by this encouraging trend.

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Irfan Siddiqui meets with the PM and informs him about the Senate performance of the parliamentary party.

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The head of the Senate’s Foreign Affairs Standing Committee and the PML-N’s parliamentary leader paid Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif a visit in Islamabad.

Senator Irfan Siddiqui gave the Prime Minister an update on the Parliamentary Party’s Senate performance.

Additionally, Senator Irfan Siddiqui gave the Prime Minister an update on the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs’ performance.

He complimented the Prime Minister on his outstanding efforts to bring Pakistan’s economy back on track and meet its economic objectives.

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