Based on an official announcement by TBS News.
Poultry and essential commodity prices have experienced substantial increases across Bangladesh ahead of the Ramadan period. Sonali chicken prices have risen by Tk80-110 per kilogram, with retail rates now ranging between Tk350-430 compared to Tk270-320 recorded in early Ramadan. Supply constraints in the chicken market have been identified as the primary driver of these price movements.
Beyond poultry, broader inflationary pressures are evident across multiple commodity categories. Vegetable and fish prices have contributed to headline inflation reaching 8.58 percent in January 2026, according to the General Economics Division. Gold prices have increased by Tk3,324 per bhori, while onion and garlic markets have experienced volatility due to supply fluctuations and seasonal demand patterns. Zahidi date prices have nearly doubled in preparation for Ramadan consumption.
Market instability has also been attributed to panic-buying behavior despite adequate stocks of edible oil and sugar in the distribution system. The Commerce Ministry has emphasized that sufficient supplies remain available to stabilize markets during the Ramadan period. However, retail shortages and price pressures persist across major commercial centers including Karwan Bazar, Khatunganj, and regional markets in Chittagong and Sylhet, indicating supply chain challenges at the retail level.
Source
Official announcement by TBS News
Published on: 05 April 2026
Original release: https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/bazaar
