The central bank aims to gradually decrease the inflation rate to approximately five per cent in the near future from its current level of over eight per cent, Bangladesh Bank (BB) Deputy Governor Dr Md Habibur Rahman said at the divisional-level monetary policy discussion meeting in the BB, Rangpu
The National Taskforce on Restructuring the Tax System on Tuesday submitted its report to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, outlining specific short-and long-term recommendations aimed at raising Bangladesh’s tax-to-GDP ratio to the desired level. The report proposed necessary restruct
Inflow of remittances witnessed a year-on-year growth of 51.4 per cent reaching US$2,708 million in the first 26 days of January, according to the latest data of Bangladesh Bank (BB) issued on Tuesday. Last year, during the same period, the country's remittance inflow was $1,789 million. During t
Bangladesh Bank (BB) Governor Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur today (Tuesday) emphasized that the country’s graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status should be viewed not as a mere deadline, but as a drive toward achieving economic efficiency and competitiveness. “The policies req
Voicing concerns over the recent suspension of all new and existing approvals for the import of post-larvae for vannamei shrimp farming, the country's shrimp and fish exporters have urged the government to withdraw the decision. Bangladesh Frozen Food Exporters Association (BFFEA) in a statement t
Bangladesh Bank (BB) Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur today (Monday) laid emphasis on stricter regulation and stronger enforcement to restore confidence of investors for the development of Bangladesh's corporate bond market. “Weak enforcement of rules has significantly eroded investor confidence i
Bangladesh’s economic outlook for 2026 reflects a balance between moderate growth potential—estimated at around 5 per cent—and persistent structural challenges, with inflation expected to ease gradually, according to the Economic Update & Outlook (January) published by the Plannin
The Islamic banking sector in Bangladesh staged a significant comeback in November 2025, buoyed by a robust surge in inward remittances and a steady rise in Shariah-compliant investments. After a period of structural adjustments and governance reforms, the sector recorded double-digit growth in in
Bangladesh Bank (BB) Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur has said the central bank has adopted a direct action strategy by forming three specific task forces instead of a banking commission so that the country can expedite financial sector reforms. Describing the financial sector reforms through the bankin
Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed has said Bangladesh Bank requires adequate operational and administrative independence to perform its duties effectively. The adviser also pointed out that such autonomy must be balanced with accountability within the sovereign framework of the state. He came u
Mahbubur Rahman, President of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Bangladesh, has strongly criticised the practice of providing artificial life support to failing banks, warning that such measures will not resolve the banking sector crisis. Speaking at the MTB-FE roundtable titled 'Ban
President of the Economic Reporters’ Forum (ERF) Doulot Akter Mala on Wednesday said greater transparency, stronger institutions and continuity of policies are essential for restoring confidence in Bangladesh’s banking and financial system. Speaking at the MTB-FE roundtable titled 'Ban
President of the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) Taskeen Ahmed on Wednesday urged a balanced approach to banking sector reforms, warning that excessive tightening could deepen economic slowdown and hurt employment, particularly in the SME sector. Speaking at the MTB-FE roundtable tit
