In 24 Hours Gold Prices Plunge by Tk 15,338 per Bhori

Gold prices in Bangladesh fallen down within 24 hours on Thursday, as the Bangladesh Jewellers Association announced two consecutive price cuts in a single day, reflecting a decline in both local and global markets.

According to BAJUS, the price of 22-carat gold was first reduced by Tk 7,640 per bhori in the morning. Within six hours, a second notification followed, slashing prices by another Tk 7,698. The combined reduction brought the total drop to Tk 15,338 per bhori in a single day.

After the latest adjustment, the price of 22-carat gold now stands at Tk 246,927 per bhori (11.664 grams). Prices of other categories have also been revised, with 21-carat gold at Tk 235,671 per bhori and 18-carat gold at Tk 202,020. Gold produced through traditional methods is currently priced at Tk 164,521 per bhori.

BAJUS stated that the revision was made in response to a decline in the price of pure gold in the local market, and the new rates came into effect immediately.

Data shows that gold prices have been adjusted 45 times in 2026 so far, including 26 increases and 19 decreases, indicating continued volatility in the market.

Meanwhile, silver prices have also declined. The price of 22-carat silver has been reduced by Tk 350 to Tk 5,365 per bhori. The prices of 21-carat, 18-carat and traditional silver now stand at Tk 5,132, Tk 4,432 and Tk 3,324 per bhori respectively.

So far this year, silver prices have been revised 29 times, with 16 hikes and 13 reductions.

The sharp fall in local prices follows a downturn in the global market. According to the World Gold Council, gold prices dropped by around 5.5 percent in the international spot market on Thursday, influencing domestic rates.