Complete market recap: gold at $4,600, silver at $68.30, oil prices dropping, Bitcoin at $78,501, and USD/PKR at 277.24. Everything you need to know about today's markets.
Global markets are trading higher today as investors digest positive corporate earnings and encouraging economic data. Here is your complete recap of the day's most important market movements.
Gold is fell 0.07% to $4,599.80 per ounce. In PKR, gold trades at approximately Rs 1,275,616.54 per ounce. Profit-taking weighs on gold as risk appetite improves. View Gold →
Silver is rose 0.10% to $70.63 per ounce. The gold-to-silver ratio stands at 65.1:1. Industrial demand for silver remains robust, driven by solar energy and electronics manufacturing. View Silver →
Platinum is rose 1.07% to $1,897.00 per ounce. View Platinum →
Brent crude oil is fell significantly by 4.32% to $88.19 per barrel. Oil prices are supported by OPEC+ production cuts and geopolitical risk premiums. View Brent →
WTI crude is fell 2.22% to $83.12 per barrel. View WTI →
Natural gas is rose 3.49% to $2.88 per MMBtu. Rallying on increased cooling demand and supply constraints. View Natural Gas →
Impact on Pakistan: Stable to higher oil prices maintain pressure on Pakistan's current account. Watch for government fuel price adjustments.
Bitcoin is held steady 0.00% to $79,669.00. Bitcoin is consolidating near recent levels amid broader market uncertainty. View Bitcoin →
Ethereum is rose 0.12% to $2,504.34. View Ethereum →
| Pair | Rate | Change | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD/PKR | 277.3200 | 0.32% | View → |
| EUR/PKR | 323.1200 | 0.00% | View → |
| GBP/PKR | 377.1300 | -0.28% | View → |
| SAR/PKR | 73.9000 | 0.08% | View → |
PKR Update: The Pakistani Rupee is trading at 277.3200 against the US Dollar. The rupee weakened slightly amid dollar demand from importers. Use the Currency Converter for real-time conversions.
| Index | Level | Change |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7,730.99 | 1.18% |
| Dow Jones | 53,569.44 | 1.54% |
| NASDAQ | 26,541.35 | 1.82% |
This market roundup is provided for informational purposes only. Prices are indicative and may differ from actual trading prices. This does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. Always do your own research and consult qualified professionals before making financial decisions. Calculator results are estimates based on publicly available data.
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