economic crisis in Bangladesh

'Deeper analysis of internal dynamics within supply chains is crucial'

Hossain Zillur Rahman discusses the nuances of inflation in Bangladesh with The Daily Star.

What the economy may look like in 2024

The verdict so far is that the year will see slow GDP growth but also experience lower inflation.

BB plans raft of measures to fight economic crisis

The Bangladesh Bank is going to take a raft of policy measures to tackle inflationary pressure, volatility in the foreign exchange market and growing non-performing loans (NPLs) and give a much-needed boost to the forex reserve.

Economic crisis in Bangladesh: It all comes down to accountability

When economic conditions are normal, the importance of the protective role of democracy is often not felt.

Economic crisis sends 43 listed firms, mutual funds into losses

At least 43 listed companies and mutual funds fell to losses in July to December of the ongoing financial year after reporting profits in the identical half a year ago. 

Inflation, debt crisis are two major risks for Bangladesh: WEF report 

Bangladesh faces five major risks in the next two years with sustained inflation, debt crises and severe commodity price shocks being the top three challenges for its economy, according to a report released by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

A roller-coaster year comes to an end

Let us forge ahead with the lessons taught by 2022

FY23’s first budget support materialises

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has become the first multilateral lender to respond to Bangladesh’s call for budget support this fiscal year to weather the impacts of the Ukraine war after its board approved $250 million last week.

Big loan defaulters are not above the law

Will big loan defaulters continue to be untouched?

November 26, 2022
November 26, 2022

Are we on the brink of a global recession?

Global demand has consistently weakened this year, for multiple reasons, and the risk of recession is rising. If advanced economies were to fall into recession, developing countries in Asia would not be immune to the fallout. Policymakers in the region will need to monitor and carefully navigate a challenging economic environment to keep inflation in check and sustain growth.

November 18, 2022
November 18, 2022

Oil, sugar price hike yet another shock to the economy

The government must implement economic policies that deal with the ongoing crisis

November 8, 2022
November 8, 2022

Could we have avoided the current economic crisis?

Do we have the political will to come out of it?

November 8, 2022
November 8, 2022

We must prioritise food security

PM’s call in this regard is a welcome one

November 8, 2022
November 8, 2022

Training trips, or shopping excursions?

Government must restrain officials from going on unnecessary foreign trips

November 7, 2022
November 7, 2022

Bangladesh’s biggest problem ahead is political crisis: MM Akash

Bangladesh’s economic situation may worsen thanks to internal reasons mainly political crisis that will appear in the days to come rather than the external factors, said MM Akash, economics professor of Dhaka University.

October 22, 2022
October 22, 2022

Seven crises, seven roadblocks to economic stability

Government must adapt to new reality and go for long-term measures

October 12, 2022
October 12, 2022

Can Bangladesh government tame raging inflation?

Good governance is a must if we are to get out of this crisis

August 25, 2022
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 18, 2022
August 18, 2022

What you need to know about inflation

Inflation leads to the devaluation of a particular currency.

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