inflation control

Governor defends tight policy as cash-strapped firms struggle

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur said tightening monetary policy is the only globally practised remedy to heal inflationary pain, as businessmen opposed interest rate hikes for obstructing business expansion and job creation. 

Govt measures will tame rising inflation

Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali yesterday expressed hope that the government would be able to curb high inflation on the back of budgetary measures and the central bank’s steps.

BB’s funds to banks complicate efforts to curb inflation

The Bangladesh Bank is injecting fresh funds into the economy despite adopting a contractionary monetary policy, a contradictory move that may make it harder to tame stubborn inflation.

2023 will be the year of inflation and financial turpitude

While the government is distracted by elections, the financial economy will suffer

Our fiscal space is narrowing fast

Both global and local macro-challenges can have serious implications for the people of Bangladesh

Post-Covid challenges for our labour market

Specific policy incentives are needed to stimulate the economy and revive the labour market.

How to become a smart shopper during inflation

Inflation is pinching our wallet. No matter how much you earn every month, the effect of high inflation is squeezing your purchasing power. People around the globe are now saving less than before, because it is becoming difficult for so many of us to just meet the necessary expenses; prices of gasoline, food, and housing are all soaring high. During this time of economic crisis, try becoming a smart shopper to mitigate the negative impact of inflation on your quality of life.

Target job creation, reining in inflation in new budget

The government should prioritise job creation and inflation control in the budget for the next fiscal year in a bid to help the marginalised people survive amid higher prices of essentials, said the Citizen’s Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, yesterday.

November 12, 2024
November 12, 2024

Governor defends tight policy as cash-strapped firms struggle

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur said tightening monetary policy is the only globally practised remedy to heal inflationary pain, as businessmen opposed interest rate hikes for obstructing business expansion and job creation. 

June 8, 2024
June 8, 2024

Govt measures will tame rising inflation

Finance Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali yesterday expressed hope that the government would be able to curb high inflation on the back of budgetary measures and the central bank’s steps.

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

BB’s funds to banks complicate efforts to curb inflation

The Bangladesh Bank is injecting fresh funds into the economy despite adopting a contractionary monetary policy, a contradictory move that may make it harder to tame stubborn inflation.

January 1, 2023
January 1, 2023

2023 will be the year of inflation and financial turpitude

While the government is distracted by elections, the financial economy will suffer

November 21, 2022
November 21, 2022

Our fiscal space is narrowing fast

Both global and local macro-challenges can have serious implications for the people of Bangladesh

September 14, 2022
September 14, 2022

Post-Covid challenges for our labour market

Specific policy incentives are needed to stimulate the economy and revive the labour market.

August 6, 2022
August 6, 2022

How to become a smart shopper during inflation

Inflation is pinching our wallet. No matter how much you earn every month, the effect of high inflation is squeezing your purchasing power. People around the globe are now saving less than before, because it is becoming difficult for so many of us to just meet the necessary expenses; prices of gasoline, food, and housing are all soaring high. During this time of economic crisis, try becoming a smart shopper to mitigate the negative impact of inflation on your quality of life.

April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022

Target job creation, reining in inflation in new budget

The government should prioritise job creation and inflation control in the budget for the next fiscal year in a bid to help the marginalised people survive amid higher prices of essentials, said the Citizen’s Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, yesterday.