Bangladesh economy
100 Days of interim government / Engage private sector more in reforms to energise economy
The government should increase its engagement with the country’s private sector in making policies and decisions amid ongoing reforms, according to prominent business leaders, who cited major challenges such as high inflation, rising interest rates and slowing demand and investment that are now plaguing private businesses.
What does Trump 2.0 mean for businesses in Bangladesh?
For local business communities, Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential race has been shorthand for the expectation that Western apparel orders and some foreign investments would shift to Bangladesh, with global fashion powerhouse China possibly facing higher import tariffs from the US.
Economy is making a turnaround: finance adviser
Business leaders appreciate the steps taken for the domestic industry
Security a must for economic recovery: MCCI
Smooth logistics, banking services and security for industries are a must to ensure a revival of economic activities that have been disrupted following the mass uprising that toppled the previous government.
12 steps to tame inflation and stabilise the market
There are 12 issues that policymakers should consider for short- and medium-term action on inflation.
How political shifts can make or break business
Local conglomerates have been growing hand in hand with the economy since independence in 1971, but few have managed to navigate the changing tides over the years.
IMF slashes growth forecast to 4.5 percent
After the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund has now brought down Bangladesh’s growth forecast for this year as political uncertainty, industrial unrest and floods weigh heavily on economic activities.
Weak policing, polls uncertainty pose high risk to economy
The World Bank (WB) identified law and order, uncertainty surrounding the next general election and weak financial sector as the three major downside risks to Bangladesh’s economy and development.
A bumpy road ahead for the economy amid risks and reform
The mass movement in July and August 2024 had not only resulted in the tragic death of hundreds and severe injuries to thousands, but also subdued economic activity.
Engage private sector more in reforms to energise economy
The government should increase its engagement with the country’s private sector in making policies and decisions amid ongoing reforms, according to prominent business leaders, who cited major challenges such as high inflation, rising interest rates and slowing demand and investment that are now plaguing private businesses.
What does Trump 2.0 mean for businesses in Bangladesh?
For local business communities, Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential race has been shorthand for the expectation that Western apparel orders and some foreign investments would shift to Bangladesh, with global fashion powerhouse China possibly facing higher import tariffs from the US.
Economy is making a turnaround: finance adviser
Business leaders appreciate the steps taken for the domestic industry
Security a must for economic recovery: MCCI
Smooth logistics, banking services and security for industries are a must to ensure a revival of economic activities that have been disrupted following the mass uprising that toppled the previous government.
12 steps to tame inflation and stabilise the market
There are 12 issues that policymakers should consider for short- and medium-term action on inflation.
How political shifts can make or break business
Local conglomerates have been growing hand in hand with the economy since independence in 1971, but few have managed to navigate the changing tides over the years.
IMF slashes growth forecast to 4.5 percent
After the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund has now brought down Bangladesh’s growth forecast for this year as political uncertainty, industrial unrest and floods weigh heavily on economic activities.
Weak policing, polls uncertainty pose high risk to economy
The World Bank (WB) identified law and order, uncertainty surrounding the next general election and weak financial sector as the three major downside risks to Bangladesh’s economy and development.
A bumpy road ahead for the economy amid risks and reform
The mass movement in July and August 2024 had not only resulted in the tragic death of hundreds and severe injuries to thousands, but also subdued economic activity.
World Bank slashes Bangladesh growth forecast to 4% for FY25
The WB also revised down economic growth estimate on Bangladesh to 5.2 percent for the FY24