inflation in Bangladesh

Policies that could help break the inflation cycle

The central bank should strengthen its communication strategy to clarify policy decisions and their expected effects on inflation.

Bread before ballots and rice before reforms

The government must recognise that when push comes to shove, the conditions of existence precede any abstract promises of progress or growth.

Raft of measures soon to tame inflation

Considering the global market situation and measures taken domestically, inflation will decline, the BB governor told reporters

Inflation rises to 10.87 percent in October from 9.92 percent in September

Inflation rises to 10.87 percent in October from 9.92 percent in September

12 steps to tame inflation and stabilise the market

There are 12 issues that policymakers should consider for short- and medium-term action on inflation.

A bumpy road ahead for the economy amid risks and reform

The mass movement in July and August 2024 had not only resulted in the tragic death of hundreds and severe injuries to thousands, but also subdued economic activity.

Inflation eases in Sep but still above 9%

The consumer price index stood at 9.92%, down from previous month's 10.49%

Past govt fuelled inflation by printing Tk 60,000cr: Yunus

People are grappling with high inflation because of the fresh injection of Tk 60,000 crore into the market by Sheikh Hasina’s government, Prof Muhammad Yunus, chief adviser to the interim government, said yesterday.

Inflation eases in August but stays above 10%

Inflation eased in August but remained at over 10 percent, as higher prices of goods and services continued to strain the purchasing power of consumers.

June 2, 2023
June 2, 2023

Proposed budget is grossly inadequate

Govt should make major changes before finalising it.

May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023

Inflation falls but still at an elevated level

Inflation in Bangladesh fell slightly to 9.24 per cent in April, driven by a decline in food prices, although it still remains at an elevated level compared to historic trends, official figures showed yesterday.

April 4, 2023
April 4, 2023

Inflation surges to 9.33% in March

Inflation in Bangladesh climbed to 9.33 per cent in March, maintaining the escalated price level.

April 4, 2023
April 4, 2023

FY24 Budget: Inflation to determine social safety budget

The government is set to increase the amount of allowance under the social safety net programme in the next budget to cushion the poor from the impacts of high inflation.

March 28, 2023
March 28, 2023

Inefficient system, criminal traders making people’s suffering worse

It is high time the government and policymakers took this problem seriously.

March 24, 2023
March 24, 2023

‘Affordable’ prices still out of reach for many

The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries yesterday started selling milk, eggs and meat at “affordable prices” across 20 locations inside Dhaka in a bid to stabilise the market during Ramadan.

March 23, 2023
March 23, 2023

Price Manipulation: 3 laws there, but not much enforcement

There are at least three laws and as many government bodies to protect the consumers from price manipulation, but it goes on unabated due to lax enforcement of the laws and a lack of coordination among the government organisations, say commodity experts.

March 13, 2023
March 13, 2023

How global energy market volatility impacted inflation in Bangladesh

Bangladesh has been facing persistent high inflation over the last one year

March 12, 2023
March 12, 2023

Govt borrowing from BB may fuel inflation

The government has continued borrowing from Bangladesh Bank as commercial banks have been unable to come up with much-needed funds owing to a liquidity crunch. 

March 4, 2023
March 4, 2023

Shrinkflation: Downsizing in the time of inflation

How do we address the silent famine that is looming large?