Our data shows economic pressures and polycrisis have been growing especially since Covid.
Among the 78 lakh people, 38 lakh have become extremely poor
Inflation refuses to budge. Part of the reason may be honest disclosure of what the data is saying.
Rises to over 11% for second time this year
Bangladesh's economy faces instability, inflation, and political unrest hindering growth.
Inflation rises to 10.87 percent in October from 9.92 percent in September
Persistent inflation driven by high commodity, energy prices and currency depreciation
Grocery shelves are not clearing as quickly for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), while many are switching to mini-packs of food and toiletries -- indicating that people are losing ground in their prolonged battle against inflation.
When Sheuly Akhter and her friend entered a branch of Star Kabab in Dhanmondi on Thursday last week, marking their return to the establishment for the first time in nearly four months, they were surprised by the lack of customers.
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
Unskilled workers wage grew 8.01% in September this year when inflation was 9.92%
The consumer price index stood at 9.92%, down from previous month's 10.49%
Most vulnerable households have had to resort to various coping strategies to deal with food insecurity, with about seven in every 10 selling assets to make do.
How did the elite and the politicians manage to evade the rule of law and siphon billions out of the country?
It is essential to recognise that significantly reducing inflation will take time. Treating it as a “quick fix” would be a mistake.
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.
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
Despite the youth-driven upheaval, the key drivers of the economy remain very much intact and ready to take the economy to new heights.
Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur yesterday said it would be possible to lower the policy rates within about six months if inflationary pressure in the country is reduced to a tolerable level.
