Gold price rises by Tk2,741 per bhori

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The local jewellery makers' body has increased gold prices by Tk2,741 per bhori effective from 29 July.
Bangladesh Jewellers Samity (Bajus) took the decision at a meeting on Thursday, according to a press release.
As per the new rate, each bhori of 22-carat gold will cost Tk81,298.
Besides, Bajus has decided to charge a minimum wage of Tk300 per gram for selling gold ornaments.
With this, buyers have to pay at least Tk84,797 to buy 22 carat gold ornaments weighing a bhori.