The illusion of stability is maintained through small, delayed payments that create artificial demand.

Labour's share collapses because wages are suppressed by informal payments embedded throughout production.

The GED noted that the second half of FY25 showed rebounding economic activity

The report said last six months of FY25 indicate promises for rebounding economic activity

Bangladesh's much-anticipated parliamentary elections are scheduled for next February. And they could not have come at a more fraught time for the country. More than 16 months have passed since the interim administration took office, and unofficial estimates indicate a downward trend in the government's approval ratings.

HSBC Bangladesh CEO says next stage depends on domestic demand, infrastructure and positioning

Bangladesh's economic diversification has remained a goal rather than an outcome for decades.

Beneath this surface of optimism lies a far more fragile reality

The leading chamber released its economic review for July-September

Bangladesh has made notable progress in stabilising its economy in recent months, finance adviser said today

For too long, Bangladesh has relied on growth momentum driven by remittances and ready-made garments.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has begun a dual-track assessment of Bangladesh, combining the fifth review of its $5.5 billion loan programme with a comprehensive annual audit of the country’s economy under Article IV obligations...In its initial meeting with Finance Secretary

It was 2.14 percent in the same period last year

Govt should promote workforce training to advance AI skills

For Bangladesh, export diversification has become an existential demand.

Over the past few years, the economy has been facing tough challenges.

The existing social protection framework is fundamentally broken.

Growth stalls in agriculture, construction, as input costs and employment decline

The decline was mainly driven by a notable fall in non-food inflation

Credit crunch, investment fall pose threat to growth