Gold prices have increased again in the domestic market, rising by Tk 2,507 per vori. According to the new rate, the price of 22-carat gold is now Tk 204,283 per vori.
The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) announced this information in a statement on Monday night. The new rates will come into effect from Tuesday. The price adjustment was made due to the rise in the local market for pure gold.
New gold rates:
22-carat: Tk 204,283 per vori
21-carat: Tk 194,999 per vori
18-carat: Tk 167,145 per vori
Traditional method: Tk 138,942 per vori
The statement also noted that a 5% government VAT and a 6% minimum labour charge set by BAJUS should be added to the selling price. However, labour charges may vary depending on the design and quality of the jewellery.
Silver prices remain unchanged. The price per vori of 22-carat silver is Tk 4,246, 21-carat is Tk 4,047, 18-carat is Tk 3,476, and under the traditional method, silver is Tk 2,601 per vori.
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