Bangladesh economy

Let’s invest to compete globally

We have the potential to be a globally competitive country politically and economically.

'Bangladesh feels like South Korea of the 80s'

Giordano Korea CEO sees ‘familiar signs of promise’ as he plans a factory in economic zone

Sectoral reforms vital to spur business growth

World Bank report on Bangladesh's investment prospects should be taken seriously

Trump's tariff war: How Bangladesh can mitigate its economic impact

Since taking oath in January, US President Donald Trump has made raising tariffs on foreign goods a cornerstone of his foreign policy.

Taming inflation in Bangladesh

Rising prices hurt the poor, forcing cuts to necessities and increasing poverty in Bangladesh.

Prudent budget planning is essential

CPD’s emphasis on macroeconomic stability amid LDC graduation concerns

Bangladesh’s economic resilience is being tested

Bangladesh must implement decisive measures to rectify its structural vulnerabilities, governance deficiencies, and external dependencies.

Economy shows signs of recovery but faces substantial hurdles

Bangladesh’s economy exhibited a gradual recovery in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024-25, but it faces substantial hurdles, including inflationary pressures, a shortfall in revenue collection, slow public spending, diminished job opportunities and a sluggish investment climate.

Ensuring economic stability is paramount

Govt must rein in inflation, adopt more business-friendly policies

April 23, 2025
April 23, 2025

Let’s invest to compete globally

We have the potential to be a globally competitive country politically and economically.

April 16, 2025
April 16, 2025

'Bangladesh feels like South Korea of the 80s'

Giordano Korea CEO sees ‘familiar signs of promise’ as he plans a factory in economic zone

April 9, 2025
April 9, 2025

Sectoral reforms vital to spur business growth

World Bank report on Bangladesh's investment prospects should be taken seriously

April 6, 2025
April 6, 2025

Trump's tariff war: How Bangladesh can mitigate its economic impact

Since taking oath in January, US President Donald Trump has made raising tariffs on foreign goods a cornerstone of his foreign policy.

March 22, 2025
March 22, 2025

Taming inflation in Bangladesh

Rising prices hurt the poor, forcing cuts to necessities and increasing poverty in Bangladesh.

March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025

Prudent budget planning is essential

CPD’s emphasis on macroeconomic stability amid LDC graduation concerns

March 3, 2025
March 3, 2025

Bangladesh’s economic resilience is being tested

Bangladesh must implement decisive measures to rectify its structural vulnerabilities, governance deficiencies, and external dependencies.

February 26, 2025
February 26, 2025

Economy shows signs of recovery but faces substantial hurdles

Bangladesh’s economy exhibited a gradual recovery in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024-25, but it faces substantial hurdles, including inflationary pressures, a shortfall in revenue collection, slow public spending, diminished job opportunities and a sluggish investment climate.

February 20, 2025
February 20, 2025

Ensuring economic stability is paramount

Govt must rein in inflation, adopt more business-friendly policies

February 18, 2025
February 18, 2025

Key governance reforms needed for a fairer Bangladesh

While stabilising the economy is a priority, the roots of Bangladesh’s recent turmoil lie in a crisis of governance.