10:25 am, Sunday, 9 August 2026

Bangladesh inflation climbs above 9pc in April as fuel price hikes bite

Inflation in Bangladesh climbed to 9.04 per cent in April, reversing a brief decline in March and signalling renewed pressure

FY27 budget aims beyond growth, targets inclusive economy: minister

Finance minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has said that preparations for the national budget for FY2026–27 were under way, with

Bangladesh economy shows early signs of stabilisation: PRI

Bangladesh’s economy is showing tentative signs of stabilisation as exports, remittances and moderating inflation offer some relief, according to the

Bangladesh grapples with inflation, sluggish investment growth: PRI

Bangladesh is facing mounting economic pressures, with slowing growth, persistent inflation, trade challenges, and energy inefficiencies posing significant concerns for

Factory-filed cases against 48,000 workers withdrawn

The government has withdrawn cases against 48,000 workers previously filed by factory owners, labour and employment adviser M Sakhawat Hossain

ADB forecasts 5pc GDP growth for Bangladesh in FY26

Bangladesh’s economy is projected to regain momentum in the next financial year, with gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast to

Bangladesh inflation hits 37-month low, but price pressures persist

Bangladesh’s inflation rate slowed to its lowest level in more than three years in August 2025, offering a measure of

Bangladesh faces mounting economic challenges despite signs of stabilisation: PRI 

Bangladesh’s economy is showing early signs of stabilisation following months of turbulence, but persistent inflation, stalled investment, financial sector fragility,

Inflation drops to 8.48 per cent, lowest in 27 months

Inflation in Bangladesh has dropped below 9 per cent for the first time in 27 months, according to data released

World Bank estimates Bangladesh’s growth at 3.3pc in FY25

Bangladesh’s economy experienced a marked slowdown in the financial year 2024–25, with GDP growth estimated to have fallen to 3.3