Gold prices in Tunisia are experiencing a continuous and unprecedented rise, exceeding what professionals consider reasonable limits.
Several indicators suggest this upward trend could continue in the coming weeks, according to Hatem Ben Youssef, President of the National Chamber of Jewelers, speaking to Mosaïque FM.
Ben Youssef noted that since September, gold prices have risen sharply, by about 65 dinars per gram in just four months.
He added that this steady increase, with only minor drops of one or two dinars, shows that prices remain high and a return to previous levels seems unlikely in the short term.
The price of 24-carat gold climbed from around 352 dinars in September to 425 dinars, while 18-carat gold rose from 264 dinars to about 330 dinars.
He explained that the Central Bank’s prices remain a reference, but final consumer prices in jewelry stores are higher due to manufacturing costs.
Currently, gold in some shops sells for 430–450 dinars per gram, with forecasts potentially reaching 500 dinars if the trend continues.
