Chitra Post Economy Desk: Domestic markets in Bangladesh recorded fresh fluctuations today across essential daily commodities, precious metals, and foreign currency transactions. Here is a summary of the latest market rates:
1. Gold Prices According to the latest data from the Bangladesh Jewellers' Association (BAJUS), the price of gold in the local market stands at BDT 155,000 per bhori, marking an increase of BDT 2,000 (+1.3%) compared to the previous trading session.
2. US Dollar Exchange Rate The US dollar traded at BDT 122.50 across open market and interbank channels today, reflecting a price shift of BDT -0.80 (+1.65%) from the previous day.
3. Fuel Prices Based on rates set by the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC), petrol is selling at BDT 125.00 per liter, diesel at BDT 130.00 per liter, and kerosene at BDT 135.00 per liter today.
4. Essential Commodity Prices - Minikit Rice: BDT 60.00 per kg (+2.00) - Wheat Flour (Atta): BDT 45.00 per kg (+1.00) - Eggs: BDT 12.00 per piece (+1.00) - Onions: BDT 80.00 per kg (-2.00) - Potatoes: BDT 30.00 per kg (-1.00)
5. National Budget & GDP Growth The national budget allocation for the ongoing 2025–26 fiscal year stands at BDT 7,90,000 crore, with the country's annual GDP growth target fixed at 5.2%.
