Dhaka, Jan. 4 -- After three consecutive cuts, gold prices in Bangladesh have increased for the first time in 2026, as the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) announced a fresh hike on Sunday.

In a notification issued at night, BAJUS said the price of 22-carat gold has been raised by Tk 2,216 per bhori (11.664 grams), fixing the new rate at Tk 224,940 per bhori, effective from Monday.

The association said prices were revised considering the increase in the local market price of pure gold (tejabi).

According to the new rates, the price of gold per bhori (11.664 grams) now stands at Tk 224,940 for 22-carat, Tk 214,734 for 21-carat, Tk 184,058 for 18-carat, and Tk 153,323 for traditional gold.

In addition to the selling price, buyer...