The intensifying Iran-Israel conflict has created ripples across the globe, affecting economies far removed from the battle zones.
The national budget for FY2025-26, presented by Bangladesh’s interim government, marks a notable departure from the conventional, growth-obsessed fiscal templates of previous years.
The national budget for FY2025-26, presented by Bangladesh’s interim government, marks a notable departure from the conventional, growth-obsessed fiscal templates of previous years.
The year 2024 stands out as one of the most eventful and challenging periods in Bangladesh’s economic history. The nation grappled with an unprecedented banking crisis, soaring inflation, and several persistent macroeconomic challenges. These included low foreign exchange reserves, high youth un
Traditional contractionary policies may not be suitable for Bangladesh’s unique economic structure.
Several economic theories help explain the current scenario.
The recent correction of nearly $14 billion in export figures by the Bangladesh Bank (BB) has led to significant changes in the financial account of the balance of payments (BoP). The financial account, a crucial component of the BoP, turned positive after more than a year due to this correction.
One of the critical macroeconomic challenges Bangladesh is currently facing is the depletion of foreign exchange reserves and increasing depreciation pressure on the exchange rate.
Gross investment in Bangladesh has declined from more than 32 percent of GDP to about 31 percent.
