Bangladesh witnesses major correction in gold market as prices drop Tk 9,214

After several rounds of increases, gold prices in Bangladesh have finally declined, with the price of 22-carat gold dropping by Tk 9,214 per bhori on Wednesday.The new rate sets the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 268,214 per bhori (11.664 grams), according to a statement issued in the morning by the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS).BAJUS said the decision was taken considering the overall market situation, particularly a decline in the price of pure gold (tejabi gold) in the local market. The revised rates have come into effect immediately.Under the new pricing structure, 21-carat gold now costs Tk 256,025 per bhori, while 18-carat gold is priced at Tk 219,258 per bhori. The price of traditional-method gold has been set at Tk 179,159 per bhori.The last adjustment was made on March 3, when BAJUS increased the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 3,324 per bhori to Tk 277,428.So far in 2026, gold ...

• 04 Mar 2026