Yearly Archives: 2026
The IMF urges Bangladesh to maintain tight monetary conditions while tackling inflation, weak banks and low revenue. CFOBD assesses the economic and governance implications.
Bangladesh and the IMF may discuss deadlines for weak-bank resolution and domestic revenue targets in new loan talks. CFOBD examines the risks and policy implications.
Bangladesh advances trade negotiations with the EU, South Korea and UAE as post-LDC market access and export competitiveness become urgent policy priorities.
World Bank projects Bangladesh growth at 3.4% for FY27 as banking stress, energy shortages and low revenue threaten investment and jobs.
Bangladesh’s GDP growth rebounded to 4.60% in Q4 FY26, led by industry, but inflation and credit risks continue to complicate recovery.
High oil prices and elevated global bond yields could put renewed pressure on Bangladesh’s inflation, taka, import costs and investment environment.
Bangladesh is facing a more complicated external economic environment as a renewed global bond sell-off coincides with elevated oil prices. The combination matters because higher global borrowing costs can tighten financial conditions, while expensive energy can raise Bangladesh’s import bill, inflation pressure and demand for foreign currency. The risk has become more visible in October […]
The DSE red alert 62 listed companies highlights growing investor concerns over inactive businesses, financial weakness, and uncertain operating prospects in Bangladesh’s capital market. The Dhaka Stock Exchange has identified 32 companies as closed, while another 30 companies face significant financial uncertainty outside the closed-company category. The warning is important because some distressed or inactive […]
The Bangladesh listed companies delisting risk is drawing greater attention as more listed firms remain inactive or non-operational for extended periods. The issue raises concerns about investor protection, corporate governance, disclosure quality, and the overall credibility of Bangladesh’s capital market. The Bangladesh listed companies delisting risk does not mean that inactive companies are being immediately […]
The US-Bangla Boeing Deal represents one of the largest private-sector investments in Bangladesh’s aviation industry, with the airline announcing plans to invest $1.5 billion in 21 Boeing aircraft. The expansion reflects growing confidence in Bangladesh’s long-term air travel market and is expected to strengthen passenger capacity, international connectivity, and the country’s position within South Asia’s […]