### Gold Prices Plummet as 2026 Begins: A Significant Decline in Pakistan As the new year unfolds, gold prices in Pakistan have experienced a notable drop, continuing a trend that began in late December 2025. The decline is attributed to a combination of global market pressures and profit-taking by investors. On January 1, 2026, the price of 24-karat gold fell by **Rs2,400 per tola**, marking the fourth consecutive day of price decreases. This follows a significant drop of **Rs10,700 per tola** just days prior, as international gold prices also fell sharply [https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/01-jan-2026/gold-begins-new-year-with-rs2400-per-tola-drop][https://www.samaa.tv/2087344002-gold-price-in-pakistan-falls-for-4th-day-jan-01-2026]. ### Overview of Recent Gold Price Trends in Pakistan 1. **Initial Decline**: - On December 29, 2025, gold prices fell by **Rs5,500 per tola**, reflecting a global downturn [https://24newshd.tv/29-Dec-2025/gold-price-loses-shine-rs5-500-per-tola-pakistan]. 2. **Continued Decrease**: - The downward trend continued on December 30, with a further drop of **Rs10,700 per tola** [https://dunyanews.tv/index.php/en/business/926619-gold-price-tumbles-by-over-rs10000-per-tola-in-pakistan]. 3. **Year-End Correction**: - By December 31, 2025, gold prices had decreased by **Rs2,500 per tola**, settling at **Rs456,962** [https://app.com.pk/business/gold-prices-fall-by-rs2500-per-tola-to-rs456962]. 4. **New Year Drop**: - As of January 1, 2026, the price further declined by **Rs2,400 per tola**, indicating a persistent bearish trend [https://english.aaj.tv/news/330450277/gold-price-drops-at-start-of-2026-pakistan]. ### Supporting Data on Gold Price Movements - **Price Changes**: - **December 29, 2025**: Rs5,500 drop, new price: Rs470,162 [https://24newshd.tv/29-Dec-2025/gold-price-loses-shine-rs5-500-per-tola-pakistan]. - **December 30, 2025**: Rs10,700 drop, new price: Rs459,462 [https://dunyanews.tv/index.php/en/business/926619-gold-price-tumbles-by-over-rs10000-per-tola-in-pakistan]. - **December 31, 2025**: Rs2,500 drop, new price: Rs456,962 [https://app.com.pk/business/gold-prices-fall-by-rs2500-per-tola-to-rs456962]. - **January 1, 2026**: Rs2,400 drop, new price: Rs454,562 [https://english.aaj.tv/news/330450277/gold-price-drops-at-start-of-2026-pakistan]. ### Conclusion: A Bearish Start for Gold in 2026 The recent trends in gold prices in Pakistan indicate a **significant bearish market** influenced by global economic factors. The following points summarize the situation: 1. **Steep Declines**: Gold prices have dropped a total of **Rs16,200** over a span of just a few days, reflecting a strong reaction to global market conditions [https://photonews.com.pk/gold-prices-pakistan-two-day-decline]. 2. **Market Influences**: The declines are largely attributed to profit-taking and corrections in the global bullion market, which have pressured local prices downward [https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/markets/uae-gold-prices-december-31-2025-nye]. 3. **Investor Sentiment**: Despite the price drops, gold remains a key asset for investors seeking safe havens amid economic uncertainty, suggesting that while prices may fluctuate, demand for gold as a protective investment persists [https://www.nation.com.pk/29-dec-2025/gold-prices-fall-sharply-pakistan-amid-global-decline]. In summary, the start of 2026 has seen a dramatic decline in gold prices in Pakistan, driven by both local and international market dynamics.