Inflation and not so SMART interest rates
The failure to tame inflation not only imposes a steep tax on the poor and the middle class, it also erodes economic competitiveness.
The budget does not inspire confidence
The recent downgrade by Moody's of the credit ratings of Bangladesh’s economy and some private banks is not the only indicator that confidence is declining.
A gale-force intellect and a caring man
What is the source of Prof Islam's eminence? This article is not the place to discuss in any depth the broad range of his intellect: one of a pioneering quantitative development economist who, ahead of his time, also rendered important institutions and processes in his work that ranged from international trade, agriculture, rural development, to governance.
Is Bangladesh Bank finally ready to tackle the external deficit?
The reality is that using only the exchange rates without interest rate action will deepen the crisis.
Is American democracy at risk?
On November 8, 2022, the United States will be holding its fourth national elections since 2016.
How decentralisation helped China and Vietnam grow
The achievements of pro-market reforms in these two countries over the past four decades have been stupendous.
Let our champion women power Bangladesh forward
Women's empowerment – a gift of liberation – has already been a significant force behind development.
Charting the middle-income journey
Bangladesh needs proper macroeconomic management to avoid middle income trap
March 4, 2024
Inflation and not so SMART interest rates
The failure to tame inflation not only imposes a steep tax on the poor and the middle class, it also erodes economic competitiveness.
June 6, 2023
The budget does not inspire confidence
The recent downgrade by Moody's of the credit ratings of Bangladesh’s economy and some private banks is not the only indicator that confidence is declining.
May 25, 2023
A gale-force intellect and a caring man
What is the source of Prof Islam's eminence? This article is not the place to discuss in any depth the broad range of his intellect: one of a pioneering quantitative development economist who, ahead of his time, also rendered important institutions and processes in his work that ranged from international trade, agriculture, rural development, to governance.
January 3, 2023
Is Bangladesh Bank finally ready to tackle the external deficit?
The reality is that using only the exchange rates without interest rate action will deepen the crisis.
November 8, 2022
Is American democracy at risk?
On November 8, 2022, the United States will be holding its fourth national elections since 2016.
October 30, 2022
How decentralisation helped China and Vietnam grow
The achievements of pro-market reforms in these two countries over the past four decades have been stupendous.
October 8, 2022
Let our champion women power Bangladesh forward
Women's empowerment – a gift of liberation – has already been a significant force behind development.
September 13, 2022
Charting the middle-income journey
Bangladesh needs proper macroeconomic management to avoid middle income trap
August 25, 2022
IMF Loan Talks: Here's how we need to prepare
The economy needs firm handling to ensure the situation doesn't turn into a crisis.
August 10, 2022
Soft-Landing Bangladesh’s Economy
Like much of the world, Bangladesh’s economy is facing strong headwinds and turbulence.
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