The Gold Smuggling Epidemic and its Impact on Local Prices
How the grey market and cross-border smuggling dictate the actual physical supply of gold in Pakistan's bazaars.
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How the grey market and cross-border smuggling dictate the actual physical supply of gold in Pakistan's bazaars.
A detailed comparison of liquidity, returns, and risks between Pakistan's two favorite asset classes: Gold and Property.
As the PKR fluctuates against the USD, discover why 24K bullion remains the safest harbor for your savings in Pakistan.
Local neighborhood "committees" (BCs) are a popular way to save for gold. But what happens if the price doubles midway through?
China, Russia, and India are buying record amounts of physical gold. What do they know that you don't?
Banking apps now offer "digital gold" investments. Is it better than holding physical biscuits in your safe?
From wars in the Middle East to elections in the US, understand why global instability makes your gold more valuable.
Silver is often called the "poor man's gold." But with rising industrial demand, is Chandi actually a better investment than Sona?
What does it mean when a gold bar is LBMA-certified, and why does it matter for investors in Pakistan?
Why does the gold price in Lahore drop when the international price rises? It all comes down to the USD to PKR exchange rate.
Don't get scammed. Learn the basic tests you can perform at home and the professional assays used by jewellers to verify gold purity.
Why is there a slight difference in the gold rate between Karachi and Lahore? We break down the logistics of Pakistan's bullion trade.
Discover why decisions made by the US Federal Reserve directly impact the price of gold in your local Sarafa market.
18K gold is becoming highly popular for diamond settings and modern jewelry. Here is why it might be better than 22K for everyday wear.
Need cash urgently but don't want to sell your family gold? Here is how gold-backed loans work in the local market.
Explore paper-gold investments available on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
Before you sell your old gold jewellery in the Sarafa market, you need to understand Khaat (wastage) deductions.
Confused about the Nisab threshold? Learn exactly how to calculate your annual Zakat on gold ornaments and bullion in Pakistan.
With gold prices reaching astronomical highs, younger Pakistani investors are turning to silver (Chandi) as an affordable entry into precious metals.
Gold prices cannot rise forever. Learn the technical and fundamental signals that suggest it might be time to take profits.
From Polki chokers to minimalist modern sets, explore what brides are buying in Lahore's bustling gold markets this wedding season.
Beyond the glittering showrooms lies a dark reality of cyanide pools and deforestation. Is recycled gold the future?
Planning to buy gold in Deira Gold Souk and bring it back to Pakistan? Read the FBR customs limits first to avoid confiscation.
Bank lockers vs Home Safes: Weighing the security risks and costs of storing physical bullion.
What does 916 mean? A guide to reading the tiny hallmarks stamped on the inside of your rings and bangles.
Don't overpay for bridal jewellery. Here is exactly what you need to know about 22K vs 21K, making charges, and bargaining in Sarafa Bazaar.
If gold feels too expensive, consider these three asset classes that also offer protection against inflation and currency devaluation.
As gold prices soar out of reach for the middle class, artificial and gold-plated jewelry are seeing an unprecedented boom in Pakistan.
Why do investors pay high premiums for international bullion coins instead of standard cast bars?
A behind-the-scenes look at how jewelers calculate Mazdoori and how you can negotiate it down.