Bangladesh economy

Uncertain politics, unsettling economy

Bangladesh's much-anticipated parliamentary elections are scheduled for next February. And they could not have come at a more fraught time for the country. More than 16 months have passed since the interim administration took office, and unofficial estimates indicate a downward trend in the government's approval ratings.

Economy now in better shape

HSBC Bangladesh CEO says next stage depends on domestic demand, infrastructure and positioning

Beyond apparel: How Bangladesh can develop new exports

Bangladesh's economic diversification has remained a goal rather than an outcome for decades.

Opinion / Is Bangladesh’s economy really doing alright?

Beneath this surface of optimism lies a far more fragile reality

Economic activities subdued amid political uncertainty, MCCI says

The leading chamber released its economic review for July-September

Economy stabilising despite challenges: Salehuddin

Bangladesh has made notable progress in stabilising its economy in recent months, finance adviser said today

Why Bangladesh needs a two-year economic recovery agenda

For too long, Bangladesh has relied on growth momentum driven by remittances and ready-made garments.

IMF to review economy, loan programme

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has begun a dual-track assessment of Bangladesh, combining the fifth review of its $5.5 billion loan programme with a comprehensive annual audit of the country’s economy under Article IV obligations...In its initial meeting with Finance Secretary

Bangladesh economy grows 3.35% in Q4

It was 2.14 percent in the same period last year

November 2, 2025
November 2, 2025

Why Bangladesh needs a two-year economic recovery agenda

For too long, Bangladesh has relied on growth momentum driven by remittances and ready-made garments.

October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025

IMF to review economy, loan programme

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has begun a dual-track assessment of Bangladesh, combining the fifth review of its $5.5 billion loan programme with a comprehensive annual audit of the country’s economy under Article IV obligations...In its initial meeting with Finance Secretary

October 9, 2025
October 9, 2025

Bangladesh economy grows 3.35% in Q4

It was 2.14 percent in the same period last year

October 9, 2025
October 9, 2025

Bangladesh must heed AI warning

Govt should promote workforce training to advance AI skills

October 4, 2025
October 4, 2025

Bangladesh can’t afford to remain a one-legged economy

For Bangladesh, export diversification has become an existential demand.

September 27, 2025
September 27, 2025

What are the current realities of Bangladesh’s economy?

Over the past few years, the economy has been facing tough challenges.

September 20, 2025
September 20, 2025

Universal, not targeted, social protection is the path forward

The existing social protection framework is fundamentally broken.

September 7, 2025
September 7, 2025

Bangladesh’s economy might have expanded in August: PMI

Growth stalls in agriculture, construction, as input costs and employment decline

September 7, 2025
September 7, 2025

Inflation eases slightly to 8.29% in August

The decline was mainly driven by a notable fall in non-food inflation

August 25, 2025
August 25, 2025

Slowing growth, weak investment strain economy: DCCI

Credit crunch, investment fall pose threat to growth