Economy
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
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
World Tourism Day 2024 / Peace-sensitive tourism can transform Bangladesh
By embracing peace-sensitive tourism, Bangladesh can develop its tourism sector as a force for good, fostering peace and equity for all
The critical challenges facing the economy
How did the elite and the politicians manage to evade the rule of law and siphon billions out of the country?
Central bank not blocking any business accounts: Governor
BB is not blocking or interfering with the accounts of any businesses, regardless of their political affiliations, said BB Governor Ahsan H Mansur
Inflation eases to 10.49% in August
Inflation declined to 10.49 percent in August from 11.66 percent in July, according to data released today by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics
Bangladesh’s growth story lacks justice and humanity
The problems are economic, social and political in nature.
Politically-motivated lending must stop
Despite repeated warnings, no effective measures have been taken to rectify the poor governance.
The ravages of wealth
Bangladesh’s wealth inequality keeps getting wider
Bangladesh's SDG performance: A changed approach can help us get ahead
Despite moderate performance in several SDGs, Bangladesh faces major challenges in actually achieving them.
How my village has changed over a decade
When I returned to my village after 10 years, I noticed that it had undergone a remarkable transformation in my time away.
The fishbones of Bangladeshi capitalism
Like the refuse of the fish, the working class is also a refuse of the capitalist economy.
What lies ahead for Bangladesh’s economy?
To overcome the economic crisis, no doubt, the country needs strong economic leadership, backed by strong political will.
Economy hangs in the balance as Awami League hangs on to power
Despite decades of sustained GDP growth and improvements in social indicators, Bangladesh’s economy is now on a fragile footing.
Rising wealth disparity, graft stand in the way of inclusive economy
The biggest challenges an inclusive economy is the growing disparity between the rich and the poor, according to economists
The most 'memorable' comments of 2023
Throughout 2023, we have had the "privilege" of hearing a series of controversial comments from our public figures, mainly politicians.
Trust deficit hampering South Asian integration
Leaders must work together to ensure greater cohesion
Nearly 8 lakh graduates unemployed
Bangladesh has nearly 8 lakh graduates who were unemployed in 2022, according to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS).