Bangladesh economy 2024

Systemic failures, rising inequality, and the path to recovery

Until the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024, Bangladesh's economy was heavily shaped by rampant corruption, plundering, and illicit asset transfers.

Record-high remittance a testimony to the patriotic spirit of expatriates

We must reciprocate their contributions and sacrifices

Moving ahead with purpose and optimism in 2025

New year brings new opportunities for Bangladesh

Give returning migrants the help they need

Many are struggling due to trauma and lack of means

How Bangladesh is reviving its macroeconomy

Although the reforms have just started, some positive results are already visible.

People need urgent relief from inflation

Their exhausting wait for subsidised essentials is quite telling

Don’t let the growth slowdown persist

Govt must stabilise the economy, restore business confidence

Reining in the soaring prices of essentials

In a nation where poverty remains a pressing issue, this relentless inflationary trend has thrust countless families to the precipice of financial instability.

A welcome decision to resolve RMG unrest

Cooperative efforts, sound leadership vital going ahead

September 11, 2024
September 11, 2024

Rethinking Bangladesh’s economic growth

Returning to the previous economic model will inevitably bring back the same economic challenges.

September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024

Can we change the story of our ailing banks?

Restoring trust in the banking sector is crucially important

September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024

RMG unrest will hurt exports and industrial output

Govt must prevent further disruptions, minimise damage

August 20, 2024
August 20, 2024

We need a bank commission that can drive radical reforms

But its objectives must be clearly defined and regularly scrutinised

August 20, 2024
August 20, 2024

Govt must restore discipline in civil administration

Stability is vital to keep public offices running smoothly

August 18, 2024
August 18, 2024

Can the new leadership save the economy?

Never has this country seen such a scholarly leadership team for economic policymaking in its history

August 18, 2024
August 18, 2024

Banking sector reform: where and how?

We have been talking about banking sector reforms since long as our banking sector is plagued with insider lending, bad loans, low capitalisation and risk coverage, weak governance, sub-optimal automation, a lack of expert manpower and non-availability of better products to serve the emerging clients and cater their shifting demands.

August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024

Urgent bank reforms are crucial

Recover bad loans, punish those who exploited the sector

August 9, 2024
August 9, 2024

Nation expects a lot from the interim government

Addressing security concerns, economic crisis among key challenges

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

No relief for consumers as inflation hits 12-year high

Lack of proper government actions is costing citizens dearly