Gold prices in Bangladesh have set a new record, with 22-carat gold increased by Tk3,243 to Tk1,54,525 per bhori (11.664 grams).

The Bangladesh Jeweller’s Association (BAJUS) Standing Committee on Pricing and Price Monitoring announced the revised rates after a meeting on Thursday.

This latest increase comes just three days after 22-carat gold had already hit a historic high of Tk1.51 lakh per bhori.

According to new price, 22-carat gold Tk13,248 per gram, while 21-carat gold costs Tk12,646 per gram. 

The price of 18-carat gold has been set at Tk10,839 per gram, and traditional gold is priced at Tk8,934 per gram.

Meanwhile, silver prices remain unchanged, with 22-carat silver priced at Tk221 per gram, 21-carat at Tk210 per gram, 18-carat at Tk181 per gram, and traditional silver at Tk136 per gram.

A press release signed by committee chairman Masudur Rahman confirmed that the new prices will take effect from Friday.

BDST: 2132 HRS, FEB 20, 2025
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