Gold prices hike again within 24 hours

Bangladesh Jeweller's Association (BAJUS) has increased the price of gold.

The price of 22-carat gold has been increased by Tk 1,750 per bhori (11.664 grams) to Tk 1,17,573, which is the highest in the country's economy, said a press release issued by Bajus on Monday (April 8).

Besides, the price of 21 carat gold has been fixed at Tk 1,12,208, 18 carat gold at Tk 96,228.

According to the notification, the price of gold has increased in the local market. Considering the overall situation, BAJUS has fixed the new price of gold. The new prices will be effective from Tuesday (April 9).

For the first time the country witnessed the price of gold to rise above Tk 1 lakh per bhori on July 20, 2023.