Global Economy

Trump has vowed sweeping tariffs: What comes next?

This will not be the first time Trump has used tariffs to exert pressure on other countries

Economic possibilities for my grandchildren

Geopolitical tensions are on the rise, and the world economy is facing its weakest medium-term prospects in decades

Analysis / Global economy finds new ways to keep growing

Despite widespread predictions of a slowdown, global GDP growth is accelerating

Analysis / What US economic measures can be expected if Trump is reelected?

From tax cuts to new trade conflict with China, re-electing Trump will have a major economic impact

Analysis / As inflation slows, Europe Inc must show off its margin might

More companies are downgrading their earning estimation in the face of various economic and geopolitical factors

'Precarious' year ahead for world economy, Davos survey predicts

According to top economists, geopolitical strife, artificial intelligence and tight financing to subdue global economic growth

Russia and the economic consequences of war

After 22 months of invasion, let’s evaluate whether it was worth it or not for Russia to invade Ukraine.

Global Economy / World Bank forecasts 2024 global growth to slow for third consecutive year

According to the World Bank 2024 forecast, global growth is on course for a slow growth, third year in a row

Global economy to slow down but likely avoid recession in 2024

The global economy is forecast to grow 2.9% this year, according to a Reuters poll published on Friday, with next year's growth seen slowing to 2.6%.

January 30, 2023
January 30, 2023

Forex volatility costs large firms Tk 65,000cr

Bangladesh’s conglomerates have lost Tk 65,000 crore over the past one year because of the fluctuation of the value of the taka against the US dollar as loans have become costlier due to the volatile global economy, said a noted economist yesterday. 

January 5, 2023
January 5, 2023

Forex market continues to stay under pressure

Come January there won’t be any volatility in the foreign exchange market -- was the overarching message from the government in the past couple of months. January has arrived, and the situation is dicey as before.

November 16, 2022
November 16, 2022

Slowing global economic growth increasingly evident: IMF

Global economic growth prospects are confronting a unique mix of headwinds, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, interest rate increases to contain inflation, and lingering pandemic effects such as China’s lockdowns and disruptions in supply chains, according to the International Monetary Fund. 

November 15, 2022
November 15, 2022

Nov 15 morning: Cabinet, Fardin murder, Momen, Student politics and School admissions

Good morning. If you’re waking to a horde of texts from last night — like General Secretary Obaidul Quader who complained about receiving night calls from Bangladesh Chhatra League — then catching up with the news can seem cumbersome. So, here are five quick things to know to start your day up-to-date.

November 14, 2022
November 14, 2022

Global economic outlook even gloomier than projected: IMF

The global economic outlook is even gloomier than projected last month, the International Monetary Fund said on Sunday, citing a steady worsening in purchasing manager surveys in recent months.

August 4, 2022
August 4, 2022

How dollar became global reserve currency

The Second World War changed almost everything in the world. Or in short, we can also say that after WWII, the world changed in a way it had not changed for many years.

August 2, 2022
August 2, 2022

UK’s 4-day work week trial called “life changing” but does it ensure productivity?

More than two years into the Covid-19 pandemic, many have burned out, lost their jobs, or are struggling to make ends meet as record inflation takes a toll on global economy.

July 20, 2022
July 20, 2022

Surviving the economic crisis with sanity: warning satire ahead

The recent economic crisis has placed everyone on the edge of their seats. Citizens are worried about everything from power shortages to being unable to catch-up with the rising inflation. Hence, in these troubled times, RBR comes up with few solutions to minimise the scare and live a better life than expected.

April 28, 2022
April 28, 2022

Bangladesh, India, Pakistan could lose 10-18% GDP output due to climate change

Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka’s exposure to wildfires, floods, major storms and also water shortages mean South Asia has 10-18% of GDP at risk – roughly triple that of North America and 10 times more than the least-affected region, Europe.

June 4, 2020
June 4, 2020

Bangladesh urges trading partners for responsible business conduct

Bangladesh has urged its trading partners to practice responsible business conduct during the coronavirus pandemic that is rattling the global economy, mostly the developing countries.