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Gold prices hit new record



KATHMANDU: Gold prices in Nepal surged to yet another all-time high on Friday, continuing a record-breaking streak amid global market volatility.

According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of fine gold rose by Rs 1,600 per tola to reach Rs 215,800. On Thursday, gold had traded at Rs 214,200 per tola.

Silver prices also increased. The federation reported that silver rose by Rs 60 per tola, climbing from Rs 2,505 on Thursday to Rs 2,565 on Friday.

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