Why low global prices don't reach Bangladeshi consumers
High commodity prices in the global market are often used as an excuse to justify price hikes in the domestic market, even if there is no direct correlation
Navigating sky-high prices in Ramadan
Arresting high prices requires more focused and extensive actions by the government.
Overcoming looming economic challenges in 2023
The core problems of our economy are rooted in the very nature of the country’s governance, which has long been neglected.
South Asian nations need a collective plan to tackle climate change
Given the nature of climate-induced problems faced by the countries in South Asia, policymakers should undertake both adaptation and mitigation measures.
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Exchange rate management is an important task for the central bank. In Bangladesh, though the central bank follows a floating exchange rate, it manages the foreign exchange market through intervention.
Why low global prices don't reach Bangladeshi consumers
High commodity prices in the global market are often used as an excuse to justify price hikes in the domestic market, even if there is no direct correlation
Navigating sky-high prices in Ramadan
Arresting high prices requires more focused and extensive actions by the government.
Invest more to accelerate gender equality
Achieving gender equality requires collective effort from all members of society.
Why do Bangladeshi youth want to leave the country?
To retain the talents within the country and bring back migrated professionals, we need better opportunities.
For a smart Bangladesh, we need smart workers
Our education system does not equip students with the necessary skills for the job market.
For a better fiscal space, we need efficient tax system
Improving our revenue generation will require several measures, both technical and non-technical.
Overcoming looming economic challenges in 2023
The core problems of our economy are rooted in the very nature of the country’s governance, which has long been neglected.
The never-ending crisis in our banking sector
Bangladesh Bank, which is supposed to oversee the governance of the country’s financial institutions, has rather supported these irregular activities through its policies and actions.
Loan defaulters are putting the banking sector at risk
Despite economic progress over time, Bangladesh’s financial sector continues to be dominated by banks that stand on shaky ground.