Economy

Economy slows to 1.81% in volatile first quarter

The Bangladesh economy saw its lowest quarterly growth in three-and-a-half years in the first quarter of the fiscal year on the back of political upheaval and severe flood in August.

Inflation eases in December but stays over 10%

Arrival of winter vegetables contributes to the decline 

BB Governor acknowledges failures, achievements in financial sector

The central bank governor made this remark while inaugurating the Golden Jubilee Celebration of Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIBM) in the city.

The poor need direct support to cope with economic anxieties

Our data shows economic pressures and polycrisis have been growing especially since Covid.

Bangladesh’s exports may rise as Trump considers tariffs on China, says top businessman

"The imposition of higher tariffs on Chinese goods by the Trump administration could prompt international businesses and investors to turn to Bangladesh," Ahsan Khan Chowdhury, chairman of Pran-RFL Group, said today

Inflation hits four-month high

Rises to over 11% for second time this year 

Debapriya's white paper points to grand corruption

Says, turned Bangladesh from crony capitalism to kleptocracy

Opportunity economy: An inclusive economic system for new Bangladesh

The Opportunity Economy (OE) is not only an inclusive economic system, but a new paradigm.

Domestic factors account for 74% of inflation: Bangladesh Bank

Persistent inflation driven by high commodity, energy prices and currency depreciation

January 7, 2025
January 7, 2025

Economy slows to 1.81% in volatile first quarter

The Bangladesh economy saw its lowest quarterly growth in three-and-a-half years in the first quarter of the fiscal year on the back of political upheaval and severe flood in August.

January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025

Inflation eases in December but stays over 10%

Arrival of winter vegetables contributes to the decline 

December 29, 2024
December 29, 2024

BB Governor acknowledges failures, achievements in financial sector

The central bank governor made this remark while inaugurating the Golden Jubilee Celebration of Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIBM) in the city.

December 18, 2024
December 18, 2024

The poor need direct support to cope with economic anxieties

Our data shows economic pressures and polycrisis have been growing especially since Covid.

December 10, 2024
December 10, 2024

Bangladesh’s exports may rise as Trump considers tariffs on China, says top businessman

"The imposition of higher tariffs on Chinese goods by the Trump administration could prompt international businesses and investors to turn to Bangladesh," Ahsan Khan Chowdhury, chairman of Pran-RFL Group, said today

December 5, 2024
December 5, 2024

Inflation hits four-month high

Rises to over 11% for second time this year 

December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024

Debapriya's white paper points to grand corruption

Says, turned Bangladesh from crony capitalism to kleptocracy

October 28, 2024
October 28, 2024

Opportunity economy: An inclusive economic system for new Bangladesh

The Opportunity Economy (OE) is not only an inclusive economic system, but a new paradigm.

October 22, 2024
October 22, 2024

Domestic factors account for 74% of inflation: Bangladesh Bank

Persistent inflation driven by high commodity, energy prices and currency depreciation

October 15, 2024
October 15, 2024

Inflation may moderate but remain elevated: WB

The WB said Bangladesh's economy is expected to grow by only 4 percent due to the uncertain impact of political protests and the ongoing transition in government