Gold price climbs Tk 1,050 per bhori to Tk 227,856

Gold prices surged sharply in Bangladesh as jewellers announced a fresh hike, pushing the cost of the precious metal to a new high amid continued volatility in the local market.

In a statement issued on Saturday night, Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) said the price of 22-carat gold has been increased to Tk 227,856 per bhori (11.664 grams), up from the previous rate.

The association cited a rise in the price of tejabi (pure) gold in the local market as the reason behind the latest adjustment, saying the new rates were fixed after reviewing the overall market situation.

According to the revised price list, 21-carat gold will be sold at Tk 217,534 per bhori, while the price of 18-carat gold has been set at Tk 186,449 per bhori. Gold made under the traditional method will cost Tk 155,423 per bhori.

In addition to the selling price, buyers will have to pay a government-mandated 5 per cent VAT and a minimum 6 per cent making charge fixed by BAJUS. However, the making charge may vary depending on the design and quality of the jewellery.

BAJUS last adjusted gold prices on January 8, when it reduced the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 1,050 per bhori to Tk 226,806.

With the latest revision, gold prices have been adjusted five times so far this year—three hikes and two cuts. In 2025, BAJUS revised gold prices a total of 93 times, increasing rates on 64 occasions and cutting them 29 times.

Source: UNB