KARACHI: Gold and silver prices have extended their steep upward trajectory for the second day in a row across global and local markets, setting unprecedented record highs. The surge follows an already dramatic increase of Rs 21,100 per tola just a day earlier, culminating in a staggering two-day rise. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold witnessed a steep hike of Rs 18,175, now standing at Rs 491,136. Silver prices also maintained their rising momentum, shattering previous records. Experts attribute this sharp escalation in precious metal prices to robust international demand coupled with heightened uncertainty in global financial markets.