In the first seven days of March, Bangladesh witnessed a remarkable inflow of remittances from its expatriate community, exceeding $1.06 billion. According to Bangladesh Bank spokesperson Arif Hossain Khan, this translates to approximately $15.27 million per day, signalling a robust start to the month.
Comparatively, during the same period last year, remittances totalled only $775 million, highlighting a significant year-on-year increase. From the beginning of the current fiscal year in July 2025 through 7 March 2026, Bangladeshi expatriates have sent a cumulative $23.52 billion home, marking a 22.1% rise over the same timeframe in the previous year.
Earlier in the fiscal year, February remittances amounted to $3.03 billion, while January recorded $3.18 billion, which was the third-highest monthly inflow in the country’s history and the second-highest in the current fiscal year.
A snapshot of recent remittance flows is presented below:
| Month / Fiscal Year | Remittances (Million USD) | Year-on-Year Growth (%) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | 317.94 | – | Second-highest in current fiscal year |
| February 2026 | 302.76 | – | Among highest monthly inflows |
| 1–7 March 2026 | 106.90 | – | Daily average: 15.27 million |
| July 2025 – 7 March 2026 | 23,523 | 22.10 | Total fiscal year-to-date inflow |
| Fiscal Year 2024–25 | 30,328 | – | Highest annual inflow in history |
During the 2024–25 fiscal year, expatriates sent home a record $30.32 billion, the highest single-year remittance figure in Bangladesh’s history. Analysts attribute the current surge to gradually stabilising global economic conditions and increased earnings among the Bangladeshi diaspora, particularly those based in the Middle East and Europe.
Remittances remain a critical pillar of Bangladesh’s economy, providing foreign currency reserves, stimulating investment, and enhancing household purchasing power. The strong start to March is expected to have a positive impact on the banking and financial sectors, reinforcing economic stability and growth.
Economic observers note that sustained inflows of this magnitude not only bolster macroeconomic indicators but also strengthen the country’s fiscal resilience. The early March surge is therefore viewed as an encouraging sign for policymakers and financial institutions alike, highlighting the continued importance of the expatriate workforce to Bangladesh’s economic landscape.