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Gold price sets new record, trading at Rs 150,800 per tola

Kathmandu: Following an increase in gold prices in the international market, the price of gold has reached an all-time high in the domestic market today.

The price of hallmark gold has been set at Rs 150,800 per tola (11.66 grams), according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers Association. This marks a rise from Rs 148,700 per tola on Monday.

Meanwhile, the price of silver remains stable at Rs 1,740 per tola, as per the Federation.